Methods for treating type 1 diabetes

ABSTRACT

Provided herein are a method of treating type 1 diabetes (T1D). In some embodiments, such method can include administering to a subject in need thereof a 12-day course of teplizumab at a total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m2.

RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. ProvisionalApplication No. 63/192,402, filed May 24, 2021, the entire disclosure ofwhich is incorporated herein by reference.

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FIELD

The present disclosure relates in general to methods and dosage regimenfor treating type 1 diabetes (T1D) in subjects in need thereof.

BACKGROUND

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is caused by the autoimmune destruction of insulinproducing beta cells in the islets of Langerhans leading to dependenceon exogeneous insulin injections for survival. Approximately 1.6 millionAmericans have Type 1 diabetes, and after asthma, it remains one of themost common diseases of childhood. Despite improvements in care, mostaffected individuals with T1D are not able to consistently achievedesired glycemic targets. For individuals with type 1 diabetes, thereare persisting concerns for increased risk of both morbidity andmortality. Two recent studies noted loss of 17.7 life-years for childrendiagnosed before age 10, and 11 and 13 life-years lost foradult-diagnosed Scottish men and women respectively.

Thus, a need exists for improved T1D treatment methods and compositions.

SUMMARY

Some aspects relate to a method of treating clinical type 1 diabetes(T1D), comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a 12-daycourse of teplizumab at a total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m². Someaspects relate to teplizumab for use in a method of treating clinicaltype 1 diabetes (T1D), comprising administering to a subject in needthereof a 12-day course of the teplizumab at a total dose of more thanabout 9000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the total dose is between about 9000 and about 9500μg/m². In some embodiments, the total dose is between about 9000 andabout 14000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, a method of treating type 1 diabetes (T1D) isprovided comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a 12-daycourse of teplizumab at a total dose of from about 9000 to about 9500μg/m². In some embodiments, a method of treating type 1 diabetes (T1D)is provided comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a12-day course of teplizumab at a total dose of from about 9000 to about14000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the 12-day course comprises a first dose of 106μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 425 μg/m² teplizumab on day2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, and wherein the totaldose is approximately 9031 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the 12-day course comprises a first dose of 211μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 423 μg/m² teplizumab on day2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, and wherein the totaldose is approximately 9034 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the method can include administering a first and asecond 12-day courses of teplizumab. In some embodiments, the first andthe second 12-day courses are administered at about 1-6 months, about2-5 months or about 3 months interval.

In some embodiments, the method can include administering to the subjectin need thereof a third or more 12-day course of teplizumab, each courseat a total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the third or more 12-day course of teplizumabcomprises a first dose of 106 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second doseof 425 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on each ofdays 3-12, and wherein the total dose of each course is approximately9031 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the third or more 12-day course of teplizumabcomprises a first dose of 211 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second doseof 423 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each ofdays 3-12, and wherein the total dose of each course is approximately9034 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the third or more 12-day course of teplizumab isadministered at about a 12 month to about a 24-month interval.

In some embodiments, the method can further include determining, afterthe administration of each 12-day course, a baseline of a level ofTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ cells with respect to all CD3+ T cells, monitoring thelevel of the TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells and administering anadditional 12-day course of teplizumab when the level of theTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells returns to the baseline level. In someembodiments, the determining of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells is by flowcytometry. In some embodiments, the monitoring of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+T-cells is by flow cytometry. In some embodiments, the determining ofTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells is about 1-6 months, about 2-5 months, orabout 3 months after the administration of each 12-day course. In someembodiments, if the subject has more than about 10% TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+T-cells in all CD3+ T cells, subsequent monitoring is annual. In someembodiments, if the subject has less than about 10% TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+T-cells in all CD8+ T cells, subsequent monitoring is every about 3-6months.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof has been diagnosed withT1D within 6 weeks prior to the administrating step.

In some embodiments, the administrating step results in reduction by atleast 10% of insulin use, HbA1c levels, hypoglycemic episodes, orcombinations thereof as compared to pre-treatment levels.

In some embodiments, each dose is administered parenterally.

In some embodiments, each dose is administered by intravenous infusion.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof is about 8 to 17 yearsold.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof have a peak C-peptidelevel of ≥0.2 pmol/mL during a mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT).

In some embodiments, the subject receiving teplizumab has a higher meanC-peptide value compared with a control receiving placebo.

In some embodiments, the method further includes assessing the areaunder the time-concentration curve (AUC) of C-peptide following a mixedmeal tolerance test (MMTT), at 78 weeks.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof has at least 20% ofbeta-cell function prior the administration of the first dose.

In some embodiments, the reduction of insulin use, HbA1c levels,hypoglycemic episodes, or combinations thereof is over a period of 12months or more.

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FIG. 1 : Simulated Concentrations for Three Dosing Regimens: PopulationPredictions for a Typical Male Patient with WT=60 kg, Age=18 years,BSA=1.67 m², and no Detected ADAs.

FIG. 2 : Comparison of Concentrations for Dosing Regimens 1 and 2:Model-based Simulations for a Typical Male Patients with WT=60 kg,Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and no Detected ADAs.

FIG. 3 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Dosing Regimen andDosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for a Typical Male Patientswith WT=60 kg, Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and no Detected ADAs.

FIG. 4 : Comparison of Concentrations on the last dosing day for HeroldDosing Regimen and Dosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for aTypical Male Patients with WT=60 kg, Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and noDetected ADAs.

FIG. 5 : Simulated Concentrations For Three Dosing Regimens: PopulationPredictions for a Typical Male Patient with WT=60 kg, Age=18 years,BSA=1.67 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs.

FIG. 6 : Comparison of Concentrations for Dosing Regimens 1 and 2:Model-based Simulations for Typical Male Patient with WT=60 kg, Age=18years, BSA=1.67 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs.

FIG. 7 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Dosing Regimen andDosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for Typical Male Patients withWT=60 kg, Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs.

FIG. 8 : Comparison of Concentrations on the last dosing day for HeroldDosing Regimen and Dosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for TypicalMale Patients with WT=60 kg, Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and High Levelof Detected ADAs.

FIG. 9 : Simulated Concentrations For Three Dosing Regimens: PopulationPredictions for a Typical Male Patient with WT=45 kg, Age=13 years,BSA=1.33 m², and no Detected ADAs.

FIG. 10 : Comparison of Concentrations for Dosing Regimens 1 and 2:Model-based Simulations for Typical Male Patients with WT=45 kg, Age=13years, BSA=1.33 m², and no Detected ADAs.

FIG. 11 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Dosing Regimen andDosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for Typical Male Patients withWT=45 kg, Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and no Detected ADAs.

FIG. 12 : Comparison of Concentrations on the last dosing day for HeroldDosing Regimen and Dosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for TypicalMale Patients with WT=45 kg, Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and no DetectedADAs.

FIG. 13 : Simulated Concentrations For Three Dosing Regimens: PopulationPredictions for a Typical Male Patient with WT=45 kg, Age=13 years,BSA=1.33 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs.

FIG. 14 : Comparison of Concentrations for Dosing Regimens 1 and 2:Model-based Simulations for Typical Male Patients with WT=45 kg, Age=13years, BSA=1.33 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs.

FIG. 15 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Dosing Regimen andDosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for Typical Male Patients withWT=45 kg, Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs.

FIG. 16 : Comparison of Concentrations on the last dosing day for HeroldDosing Regimen and Dosing Regimen 1: Model-based Simulations for TypicalMale Patients with WT=45 kg, Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and High Levelof Detected ADAs.

FIG. 17 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Regimen and DosingRegimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=60 kg,Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and no Detected ADAs (42 days).

FIG. 18 : Comparison of Median Concentrations for Herold Regimen andDosing Regimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=60kg, Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and no Detected ADAs (35 days).

FIG. 19 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Regimen and DosingRegimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=60 kg,Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs (42 days)

FIG. 20 : Comparison of Median Concentrations for Herold Regimen andDosing Regimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=60kg, Age=18 years, BSA=1.67 m2, and High Level of Detected ADAs (35days).

FIG. 21 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Regimen and DosingRegimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=45 kg,Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and no Detected ADAs (42 days).

FIG. 22 : Comparison of Median Concentrations for Herold Regimen andDosing Regimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=45kg, Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and no Detected ADAs (35 days).

FIG. 23 : Comparison of Concentrations for Herold Regimen and DosingRegimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=45 kg,Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m2, and High Level of Detected ADAs (42 days).

FIG. 24 : Comparison of Median Concentrations for Herold Regimen andDosing Regimen 2: Model-based Simulations for Male Patients with WT=45kg, Age=13 years, BSA=1.33 m², and High Level of Detected ADAs (35days).

FIG. 25 shows a diagram of the study design according to one embodiment.

FIG. 26 : Predicted Mean Difference Between Teplizumab and Control inthe Change from Baseline in C-Peptide AUC (nmol/L) at 1 Year Follow-upin Supportive Study Meta-Analysis.

FIG. 27 : Predicted Mean Difference Between Teplizumab and Control inthe Change from Baseline in C-peptide AUC (nmol/L) at 2 Year Follow-upin Supportive Study Meta-Analysis.

FIG. 28 : TN-10: C-Peptide AUCs (nmol/L) in Patients with T1D.

FIGS. 29 a-29 e : Average Insulin Use at Each Visit for Protégé regimen(FIG. 29 a ), Encore regimen (FIG. 29 b ), Study 1 regimen (FIG. 29 c ),AbATE regimen (FIG. 29 d ) and Delay regimen (FIG. 29 e ).

FIG. 30 : Predicted Mean Teplizumab Serum Concentration Versus TimeProfile Following 14-Day Regimen Across Different Body Weights.

FIG. 31 : Plot Emax model: precited C-peptide change vs AUC, Year 2. TheProtégé study was conducted in newly diagnosed (Stage 3) T1D patientsand tested 3 teplizumab dosing regimens (full 14-day [about 9,030 μg/m²cumulative dose], one-third of the 14-day regimen [⅓], and a 6-daycurtailed [first 6 days of the full 14-day regimen]).

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Type 1 diabetes usually develops in childhood and adolescence; however,it can also present in adulthood as late as the 5th and 6th decades oflife, although much less frequently (Atkinson 2014, Bluestone 2010,Streisand 2014). In addition to being more prone to some short- andlong-term complications, there are differences in the clinical courseand response to immune therapies between children/young adults and olderadults. In the days or weeks before initial diagnosis, children andadolescents often suffer from severe diabetes symptoms, includingpolydipsia, polyuria, and weight loss, which could result in a clinicalpresentation of DKA and shock which requires hospitalization (Atkinson2014, Bluestone 2010, Streisand 2014, Mittermayer 2017). Children andyoung adults with new-onset T1D usually have an immediate need forexogenous insulin.

This sharply contrasts with the experience of adults who develop T1D whooften have months or years of non-specific symptoms or presentasymptomatically from routine glycemic screening. These individuals canoften be managed for prolonged periods of time (months or years) withdiet or oral hypoglycemic agents before a demonstrable insulin need.More definitive studies have shown a different rate of decline of βcells according to age (Greenbaum 2012; Ludvigsson 2013). Followingdecades of study, the Diabetes TrialNet network has concluded that “ageis the most important factor impacting the rate of decline of C-peptidepost diagnosis” in that a significantly more rapid rate of declineoccurs in children and adolescents compared to younger and older adultswith new-onset disease. This more rapid decline appears to be due to amuch more virulent and aggressive autoimmune process in childrencompared to adults, ostensibly supporting that there are importantdifferences in T1D immuno-pathoetiology in younger versus olderindividuals (Greenbaum 2012, Campbell-Thompson 2016). Due to thesefundamental differences, it is reasonable to expect that adults andchildren may respond differently to an immune-based disease modifyingtherapy. In other words, one treatment may be very effective in childrenbut not effective at all in adults and vice versa (Rigby 2014).

Children and adolescents are those at highest risk of developing diseaseand suffer most substantially from short- and long-term morbidity andmortality, and thus this group has the most to benefit from a diseasemodifying therapy (Wherrett 2015). This has recently been reinforced bya large study showing that those diagnosed with T1D in childhood andadolescence have a 4-6-fold increase in lifetime mortality risk,including seven times the risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease,compared to counterparts without T1D. This mortality risk is in sharpcontrast to individuals diagnosed with T1D in adulthood, who have a˜3-fold higher risk from all-cause and cardiovascular disease-relatedmortality compared to their otherwise healthy peers (Rawshani 2017,Rawshani 2018). Recent reports indicate that those with T1D have a lifeexpectancy ˜11-13 years less than otherwise healthy-age matchedindividuals (Lind 2014, Huo 2016). While it is a goal in T1D research toreduce the morbidity and mortality for all with T1D, it is apparent thatthe most urgent need is for those who develop T1D in childhood andadolescence.

There is therefore a need to develop a therapy for children who can mostlikely benefit from it.

Aspects of the disclosure relate to methods of treating type 1 diabetes(T1D) in subjects in need thereof. Provided herein are methods thatpreserve β cell function and improve clinical management of T1D inchildren compared with the natural course of disease and currentstandard of care including exogenous insulin therapy. The preservationof β cell function is anticipated to translate to clinical and/ormetabolic benefits consistent with improved ability to maintain glycemiccontrol and short- and/or long-term outcomes. In some embodiments, themethod comprises diagnosing patients 8 to 17 years of age with T1D,administering to the patients within 6 weeks of diagnosis a first courseof daily doses of teplizumab for 12 days, and a second course of dailydoses of teplizumab for 12 days, wherein the first and second coursesare separated with a 6-month interval. In some embodiments, the methodfurther comprises assessing the area under the time-concentration curve(AUC) of C-peptide following a mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT), at 78weeks (18 months or 1.5 years), and/or evaluating clinical endpointssuch insulin use, HbA1c levels, and hypoglycemic episodes.

Definitions

Certain terms are defined herein below. Additional definitions areprovided throughout the application.

As used herein, the articles “a” and “an” refer to one or more than one,e.g., to at least one, of the grammatical object of the article. The useof the words “a” or “an” when used in conjunction with the term“comprising” herein may mean “one,” but it is also consistent with themeaning of “one or more,” “at least one,” and “one or more than one.”

As used herein, “about” and “approximately” generally mean an acceptabledegree of error for the quantity measured given the nature or precisionof the measurements. Exemplary degrees of error are within 20 percent(%), typically, within 10%, and more typically, within 5% of a givenrange of values. The term “substantially” means more than 50%,preferably more than 80%, and most preferably more than 90% or 95%.

As used herein the term “comprising” or “comprises” is used in referenceto compositions, methods, and respective component(s) thereof, that arepresent in a given embodiment, yet open to the inclusion of unspecifiedelements.

As used herein the term “consisting essentially of” refers to thoseelements required for a given embodiment. The term permits the presenceof additional elements that do not materially affect the basic and novelor functional characteristic(s) of that embodiment of the disclosure.

The term “consisting of” refers to compositions, methods, and respectivecomponents thereof as described herein, which are exclusive of anyelement not recited in that description of the embodiment.

The term “antibody” herein is used in the broadest sense and encompassesvarious antibody structures, including but not limited to monoclonalantibodies, polyclonal antibodies, multispecific antibodies (e.g.,bispecific antibodies), and antibody fragments so long as they exhibitthe desired antigen-binding activity.

An “antibody fragment” refers to a molecule other than an intactantibody that comprises a portion of an intact antibody that binds theantigen to which the intact antibody binds. Examples of antibodyfragments include but are not limited to Fv, Fab, Fab′, Fab′-SH,F(ab′)₂; diabodies; linear antibodies; single-chain antibody molecules(e.g. scFv); and multispecific antibodies formed from antibodyfragments.

As used herein, the term “onset” of disease with reference to Type-1diabetes refers to a patient meeting the criteria established fordiagnosis of Type-1 diabetes by the American Diabetes Association (see,Mayfield et al., 2006, Am. Fam. Physician 58:1355-1362).

As used herein, a “protocol” includes dosing schedules and dosingregimens. The protocols herein are methods of use and includetherapeutic protocols. A “dosing regimen”, “dosage regimen” or “courseof treatment” may include administration of several doses of atherapeutic agent over 1 to 20 days.

As used herein, the terms “subject” and “patient” are usedinterchangeably. As used herein, the terms “subject” and “subjects”refer to an animal, preferably a mammal including a non-primate (e.g., acow, pig, horse, cat, dog, rat, and mouse) and a primate (e.g., a monkeyor a human), and more preferably a human. In some embodiments, thepatient population comprises children. In some embodiments, the patientpopulation comprises children newly diagnosed with T1D. In someembodiments, the patient population is treated within 6 weeks of the T1Ddiagnosis. In some embodiments, the patient population compriseschildren who are positive for at least one T1D-associated autoantibodyand have a peak stimulated C-peptide of ≥0.2 pmol/mL at screening.

As used herein, the term “children” (and variations thereof) includesthose being around 8 to 17 years of age.

As used herein, the term “effective amount” refers to that amount ofteplizumab sufficient to result in the delay or prevention of thedevelopment, recurrence or onset of one or more symptoms of T1D.

As used herein, the terms “treat”, “treatment” and “treating” refer tothe amelioration of one or more symptoms associated with T1D thatresults from the administration of one or more CD3 binding molecules. Insome embodiments, such terms refer to a reduction in a human's averagenumber of hypoglycemic episodes. In other embodiments, such terms referto the maintenance of a reference level of C-peptide in the peripheralblood.

In some embodiments, the effective amount reduces one or more T1Dsymptoms by at least 5%, by at least 10%, by at least 20%, by at least25%, by at least 30%, by at least 35%, by at least 40%, by at least 45%,by at least 50%, by at least 55%, by at least 60%, by at least 65%, byat least 70%, by at least 75%, by at least 80%, by at least 85%, by atleast 90%, by at least 95%.

Various aspects of the disclosure are described in further detail below.Additional definitions are set out throughout the specification.

Anti-CD3 Antibodies and Pharmaceutical Compositions

The terms “anti-CD3 antibody” and “an antibody that binds to CD3” referto an antibody or antibody fragment that is capable of binding clusterof differentiation 3 (CD3) with sufficient affinity such that theantibody is useful as a prophylactic, diagnostic and/or therapeuticagent in targeting CD3. In some embodiments, the extent of binding of ananti-CD3 antibody to an unrelated, non-CD3 protein is less than about10% of the binding of the antibody to CD3 as measured, e.g., by aradioimmunoassay (RIA). In some embodiments, an antibody that binds toCD3 has a dissociation constant (Kd) of <1 μM, <100 nM, <10 nM, <1 nM,<0.1 nM, <0.01 nM, or <0.001 nM (e.g. 10⁻⁸ M or less, e.g. from 10⁻⁸ Mto 10⁻¹³ M, e.g., from 10⁻⁹ M to 10⁻¹³ M). In some embodiments, ananti-CD3 antibody binds to an epitope of CD3 that is conserved among CD3from different species.

In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody can be ChAglyCD3(otelixizumab). Otelixizumab is a humanized Fc nonbinding anti-CD3,which was evaluated initially in phase 2 studies by the Belgian DiabetesRegistry (BDR) and then developed by Tolerx, which then partnered withGSK to conduct the phase 3 DEFEND new onset T1D trials (NCT00678886,NCT01123083, NCT00763451). Otelixizumab is administered IV withinfusions over 8 days. See, e.g., Wiczling et al., J. Clin. Pharmacol.50 (5) (May 2010) 494-506; Keymeulen et al., N Engl J Med. 2005;352:2598-608; Keymeulen et al., Diabetologia. 2010; 53:614-23; Hagopianet al., Diabetes. 2013; 62:3901-8; Aronson et al., Diabetes Care. 2014;37:2746-54; Ambery et al., Diabet Med. 2014; 31:399-402; Bolt et al.,Eur. J. Immunol. 1YY3. 23: 403-411; Vlasakakis et al., Br J ClinPharmacol (2019) 85 704-714; Guglielmi et al, Expert Opinion onBiological Therapy, 16:6, 841-846; Keymeulen et al., N Engl J Med 2005;352:2598-608; Keymeulen et al., BLOOD 2010, VOL 115, No. 6; Sprangers etal., Immunotherapy (2011) 3(11), 1303-1316; Daifotis et al., ClinicalImmunology (2013) 149, 268-278; all incorporated herein by reference.

In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody can be visilizumab (alsocalled HuM291; Nuvion). Visilizumab is a humanized anti-CD3 monoclonalantibody characterized by a mutated IgG2 isotype, lack of binding to Fcγreceptors, and the ability to induce apoptosis selectively in activatedT cells. It was evaluated in patients in graft-versus-host disease(NCT00720629; NCT00032279) and in ulcerative colitis (NCT00267306) andCrohn's Disease (NCT00267709). See, e.g., Sandborn et al., Gut 59 (11)(November 2010) 1485-1492, incorporated herein by reference.

Teplizumab

In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody can be teplizumab.Teplizumab, also known as hOKT3y1(Ala-Ala) (containing an alanine atpositions 234 and 235) is an anti-CD3 antibody that had been engineeredto alter the function of the T lymphocytes that mediate the destructionof the insulin-producing beta cells of the islets of the pancreas.Teplizumab binds to an epitope of the CD3ε chain expressed on mature Tcells and by doing so changes their function. Circulating T cells (andother lymphocytes) are transiently reduced following teplizumabtreatment, in a process that may include margination and depletion (Long2017, Sherry 2011). In addition to reduced effector function of T cells,teplizumab appears to both increase the number and function ofregulatory T cells (Tregs) (Ablamunits 2010, Bisikirska 2005, Long 2017,Waldron-Lynch 2012). More recent studies indicate that teplizumabinduces immunologic “exhaustion” in a subset of effector CD8+ T cells,perhaps making them more susceptible to regulation or deletion (Long2016, Long 2017). Taken together, these mechanistic data suggest thatteplizumab not only exerts a “suppressive” effect on 13 cell immunedestructive processes but rather is an immune “modulator” favoring arebalancing of effector and regulatory arms involved with T1Dautoimmunity and supporting the notion that teplizumab may have theability to contribute to the re-introduction of β cell self-tolerance(Lebastchi 2013).

Sequences and compositions of teplizumab are disclosed in U.S. Pat. Nos.6,491,916; 8,663,634; and 9,056,906, each incorporated herein byreference in its entirety. The molecular weight of teplizumab isapproximately 150 KD. The full sequences of light and heavy chains areset forth below. Bolded portions are the complementarity determiningregions.

Teplizumab Light Chain (SEQ ID NO: 1):DIQMTQSPSSLSASVGDRVTITCSASSSVSYMNWYQQTPGKAPKRWIYDTSKLASGVPSRFSGSGSGTDYTFTISSLQPEDIATYYCQQWSSNPFTFGQGTKLQITRTVAAPSVFIFPPSDEQLKSGTASVVCLLNNFYPREAKVQWKVDNALQSGNSQESVTEQDSKDSTYSLSSTLTLSKADYEKHKVYACEVTHQGL SSPVTKSFNRGECTeplizumab Heavy Chain (SEQ ID NO: 2):QVQLVQSGGGVVQPGRSLRLSCKASGYTFTRYTMHWVRQAPGKGLEWIGYINPSRGYTNYNQKVKDRFTISRDNSKNTAFLQMDSLRPEDTGVYFCARYYDDHYCLDYWGQGTPVTVSSASTKGPSVFPLAPSSKSTSGGTAALGCLVKDYFPEPVTVSWNSGALTSGVHTFPAVLQSSGLYSLSSVVTVPSSSLGTQTYICNVNHKPSNTKVDKKVEPKSCDKTHTCPPCPAPEAAGGPSVFLFPPKPKDTLMISRTPEVTCVVVDVSHEDPEVKFNWYVDGVEVHNAKTKPREEQYNSTYRVVSVLTVLHQDWLNGKEYKCKVSNKALPAPIEKTISKAKGQPREPQVYTLPPSRDELTKNQVSLTCLVKGFYPSDIAVEWESNGQPENNYKTTPPVLDSDGSFFLYSKLTVDKSRWQQGNVFSCSVMHEALHNHYTQKSLSLSPGK

In some embodiments, provided herein, is a pharmaceutical composition.Such compositions comprise an effective amount of an anti-CD3 antibody,and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. In some embodiments, the term“pharmaceutically acceptable” means approved by a regulatory agency ofthe Federal or a state government or listed in the U.S. Pharmacopeia orother generally recognized pharmacopeia for use in animals, and moreparticularly in humans. The term “carrier” refers to a diluent, adjuvant(e.g., Freund's adjuvant (complete and incomplete)), excipient, orvehicle with which the therapeutic is administered. Such pharmaceuticalcarriers can be sterile liquids, such as water and oils, including thoseof petroleum, animal, vegetable or synthetic origin, such as peanut oil,soybean oil, mineral oil, sesame oil and the like. Water is a preferredcarrier when the pharmaceutical composition is administeredintravenously. Saline solutions and aqueous dextrose and glycerolsolutions can also be employed as liquid carriers, particularly forinjectable solutions. Suitable pharmaceutical excipients include starch,glucose, lactose, sucrose, gelatin, malt, rice, flour, chalk, silicagel, sodium stearate, glycerol monostearate, talc, sodium chloride,dried skim milk, glycerol, propylene, glycol, water, ethanol and thelike (See, for example, Handbook of Pharmaceutical Excipients, Arthur H.Kibbe (ed., 2000, which is incorporated by reference herein in itsentirety), Am. Pharmaceutical Association, Washington, D.C.

The composition, if desired, can also contain minor amounts of wettingor emulsifying agents, or pH buffering agents. These compositions cantake the form of solutions, suspensions, emulsion, tablets, pills,capsules, powders, sustained release formulations and the like. Oralformulation can include standard carriers such as pharmaceutical gradesof mannitol, lactose, starch, magnesium stearate, sodium saccharine,cellulose, magnesium carbonate, etc. Examples of suitable pharmaceuticalcarriers are described in “Remington's Pharmaceutical Sciences” by E. W.Martin. Such compositions contain a therapeutically effective amount ofa therapeutic agent preferably in purified form, together with asuitable amount of carrier so as to provide the form for properadministration to the patient. The formulation should suit the mode ofadministration. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions aresterile and in suitable form for administration to a subject, preferablyan animal subject, more preferably a mammalian subject, and mostpreferably a human subject.

In some embodiments, it may be desirable to administer thepharmaceutical compositions locally to the area in need of treatment;this may be achieved by, for example, and not by way of limitation,local infusion, by injection, or by means of an implant, said implantbeing of a porous, non-porous, or gelatinous material, includingmembranes, such as sialastic membranes, or fibers. Preferably, whenadministering the anti-CD3 antibody, care must be taken to use materialsto which the anti-CD3 antibody does not absorb.

In some embodiments, the composition can be delivered in a vesicle, inparticular a liposome (see Langer, Science 249:1527-1533 (1990); Treatet al., in Liposomes in the Therapy of Infectious Disease and Cancer,Lopez-Berestein and Fidler (eds.), Liss, New York, pp. 353-365 (1989);Lopez-Berestein, ibid., pp. 317-327; see generally ibid.).

In some embodiments, the composition can be delivered in a controlledrelease or sustained release system. In some embodiments, a pump may beused to achieve controlled or sustained release (see Langer, supra;Sefton, 1987, CRC Crit. Ref. Biomed. Eng. 14:20; Buchwald et al., 1980,Surgery 88:507; Saudek et al., 1989, N. Engl. J. Med. 321:574). In someembodiments, polymeric materials can be used to achieve controlled orsustained release of the antibodies of the disclosure or fragmentsthereof (see e.g., Medical Applications of Controlled Release, Langerand Wise (eds.), CRC Pres., Boca Raton, Fla. (1974); Controlled DrugBioavailability, Drug Product Design and Performance, Smolen and Ball(eds.), Wiley, New York (1984); Ranger and Peppas, 1983, J., Macromol.Sci. Rev. Macromol. Chem. 23:61; see also Levy et al., 1985, Science228:190; During et al., 1989, Ann. Neurol. 25:351; Howard et al., 1989,J. Neurosurg. 71:105); U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,679,377; 5,916,597; 5,912,015;5,989,463; 5,128,326; PCT Publication No. WO 99/15154; and PCTPublication No. WO 99/20253. Examples of polymers used in sustainedrelease formulations include, but are not limited to, poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate), poly(methyl methacrylate), poly(acrylic acid),poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate), poly(methacrylic acid), polyglycolides(PLG), polyanhydrides, poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone), poly(vinyl alcohol),polyacrylamide, poly(ethylene glycol), polylactides (PLA),poly(lactide-co-glycolides) (PLGA), and polyorthoesters. In someembodiments, the polymer used in a sustained release formulation isinert, free of leachable impurities, stable on storage, sterile, andbiodegradable. In some embodiments, a controlled or sustained releasesystem can be placed in proximity of the therapeutic target, i.e., thelungs, thus requiring only a fraction of the systemic dose (see, e.g.,Goodson, in Medical Applications of Controlled Release, supra, vol. 2,pp. 115-138 (1984)).

Controlled release systems are discussed in the review by Langer (1990,Science 249:1527-1533). Any technique known to one of skill in the artcan be used to produce sustained release formulations comprising one ormore antibodies of the disclosure or fragments thereof. See, e.g., U.S.Pat. No. 4,526,938; PCT Publication No. WO 91/05548; PCT Publication No.WO 96/20698; Ning et al., 1996, Radiotherapy & Oncology 39:179-189; Songet al., 1995, PDA Journal of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology50:372-397; Cleek et al., 1997, Pro. Int'l. Symp. Control. Rel. Bioact.Mater. 24:853-854; and Lam et al., 1997, Proc. Int'l. Symp. Control Rel.Bioact. Mater. 24:759-760, each of which is incorporated herein byreference in its entirety.

A pharmaceutical composition can be formulated to be compatible with itsintended route of administration. Examples of routes of administrationinclude, but are not limited to, parenteral, e.g., intravenous,intradermal, subcutaneous, oral, intranasal (e.g., inhalation),transdermal (topical), transmucosal, and rectal administration. In someembodiments, the composition is formulated in accordance with routineprocedures as a pharmaceutical composition adapted for intravenous,subcutaneous, intramuscular, oral, intranasal or topical administrationto human beings. In some embodiments, a pharmaceutical composition isformulated in accordance with routine procedures for subcutaneousadministration to human beings. Typically, compositions for intravenousadministration are solutions in sterile isotonic aqueous buffer. Wherenecessary, the composition may also include a solubilizing agent and alocal anesthetic such as lignocaine to ease pain at the site of theinjection.

The compositions may be formulated for parenteral administration byinjection, e.g., by bolus injection or continuous infusion. Formulationsfor injection may be presented in unit dosage form, e.g., in ampoules orin multi-dose containers, with an added preservative. The compositionsmay take such forms as suspensions, solutions or emulsions in oily oraqueous vehicles, and may contain formulatory agents such as suspending,stabilizing and/or dispersing agents. Alternatively, the activeingredient may be in powder form for constitution with a suitablevehicle, e.g., sterile pyrogen-free water, before use.

In some embodiments, the disclosure provides dosage forms that permitadministration of the anti-CD3 antibody continuously over a period ofhours or days (e.g., associated with a pump or other device for suchdelivery), for example, over a period of 1 hour, 2 hours, 3 hours, 4hours, 6 hours, 8 hours, 10 hours, 12 hours, 16 hours, 20 hours, 24hours, 30 hours, 36 hours, 4 days, 5 days, 7 days, 10 days or 12 days.In some embodiments, the disclosure provides dosage forms that permitadministration of a continuously increasing dose, for example,increasing from 106 ug/m²/day to 850 ug/m²/day or 211 ug/m²/day to 840ug/m²/day over a period of 24 hours, 30 hours, 36 hours, 4 days, 5 days,7 days, 10 days or 12 days.

The compositions can be formulated as neutral or salt forms.Pharmaceutically acceptable salts include those formed with anions suchas those derived from hydrochloric, phosphoric, acetic, oxalic, tartaricacids, etc., and those formed with cations such as those derived fromsodium, potassium, ammonium, calcium, ferric hydroxides, isopropylamine,triethylamine, 2-ethylamino ethanol, histidine, procaine, etc.

Generally, the ingredients of the compositions disclosed herein aresupplied either separately or mixed together in unit dosage form, forexample, as a dry lyophilized powder or water free concentrate in ahermetically sealed container such as an ampoule or sachette indicatingthe quantity of active agent. Where the composition is to beadministered by infusion, it can be dispensed with an infusion bottlecontaining sterile pharmaceutical grade water or saline. Where thecomposition is administered by injection, an ampoule of sterile waterfor injection or saline can be provided so that the ingredients may bemixed prior to administration.

In particular, the disclosure provides that the anti-CD3 antibodies, orpharmaceutical compositions thereof, can be packaged in a hermeticallysealed container such as an ampoule or sachette indicating the quantityof the agent. In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody, orpharmaceutical compositions thereof is supplied as a dry sterilizedlyophilized powder or water free concentrate in a hermetically sealedcontainer and can be reconstituted, e.g., with water or saline to theappropriate concentration for administration to a subject. Preferably,the anti-CD3 antibody, or pharmaceutical compositions thereof issupplied as a dry sterile lyophilized powder in a hermetically sealedcontainer at a unit dosage of at least 5 mg, more preferably at least 10mg, at least 15 mg, at least 25 mg, at least 35 mg, at least 45 mg, atleast 50 mg, at least 75 mg, or at least 100 mg. The lyophilized agents,or pharmaceutical compositions herein should be stored at between 2° C.and 8° C. in its original container and the therapeutic agents, orpharmaceutical compositions of the disclosure should be administeredwithin 1 week, preferably within 5 days, within 72 hours, within 48hours, within 24 hours, within 12 hours, within 6 hours, within 5 hours,within 3 hours, or within 1 hour after being reconstituted. In someembodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is supplied in liquid formin a hermetically sealed container indicating the quantity andconcentration of the agent. Preferably, the liquid form of theadministered composition is supplied in a hermetically sealed containerat least 0.25 mg/ml, more preferably at least 0.5 mg/ml, at least 1mg/ml, at least 2.5 mg/ml, at least 5 mg/ml, at least 8 mg/ml, at least10 mg/ml, at least 15 mg/ml, at least 25 mg/ml, at least 50 mg/ml, atleast 75 mg/ml or at least 100 mg/ml. The liquid form should be storedat between 2° C. and 8° C. in its original container.

In some embodiments, the disclosure provides that the composition of thedisclosure is packaged in a hermetically sealed container such as anampoule or sachette indicating the quantity of the anti-CD3 antibody.

The compositions may, if desired, be presented in a pack or dispenserdevice that may contain one or more unit dosage forms containing theactive ingredient. The pack may, for example, comprise metal or plasticfoil, such as a blister pack.

The amount of the composition of the disclosure which is effective inthe treatment of one or more symptoms associated with T1D can bedetermined by standard clinical techniques. The precise dose to beemployed in the formulation can also depend on the route ofadministration and the seriousness of the condition, and should bedecided according to the judgment of the practitioner and each patient'scircumstances. Effective doses may be extrapolated from dose-responsecurves derived from in vitro or animal model test systems.

Methods and Use

In some embodiments, the present disclosure encompasses administrationof anti-human CD3 antibodies such as teplizumab to patients 8 through 17years old 6 weeks from T1D diagnosis having a peak C-peptide level of≥0.2 pmol/mL during a mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT). In someembodiments, the peak C-peptide level at screening rages from 0.2pmol/mL (inclusive) to 0.7 pmol/mL (inclusive).

In some embodiments, T1D diagnosis is according to the American DiabetesAssociation (ADA) criteria. As defined by the American DiabetesAssociation (ADA) for the clinical diagnosis of diabetes, the individualmust meet one of the following 4 criteria:

A fasting plasma glucose (FPG) of ≥126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L). Fasting isdefined as no caloric intake for at least 8 hours.

A 2-hour plasma glucose (PG) of ≥200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L) during an oralglucose tolerance test (OGTT). The test should be performed as describedby the World Health Organization (WHO), using a glucose load containingthe equivalent of 75 g anhydrous glucose dissolved in water.

A hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) of ≥6.5% (48 mmol/mol). The test should beperformed in a laboratory using a method that is NationalGlycohemoglobin Standardization Program (NGSP) certified andstandardized to the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT)assay.

In a patient with classic symptoms of hyperglycemia or hyperglycemiccrisis, a random PG of ≥200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L).

For the diagnosis of clinical Type 1 diabetes (T1D), the ADA suggeststhat plasma blood glucose rather than HbA1C should be used to diagnosethe acute onset of T1D in individuals with symptoms of hyperglycemia.

According to ADA, a patient with classic symptoms, measurement of plasmaglucose is sufficient to diagnose clinical diabetes (symptoms ofhyperglycemia or hyperglycemic crisis plus a random plasma glucose ≥200mg/dL [11.1 mmol/L]). In these cases, knowing the plasma glucose levelis critical because, in addition to confirming that symptoms are due todiabetes, it will inform management decisions. Some providers may alsowant to know the HbA1C to determine how long a patient has hadhyperglycemia. In addition, T1D, previously called “insulin-dependentdiabetes” or “juvenile-onset diabetes,” accounts for 5-10% of diabetesand is due to cellular-mediated autoimmune destruction of the pancreaticβ-cells. Autoimmune markers include islet cell autoantibodies andautoantibodies to GAD (GAD65), insulin, the tyrosine phosphatases IA-2and IA-2β, and ZnT8. T1D is defined by the presence of one or more ofthese autoimmune markers.

In some embodiments, the diagnosis of T1D is made with the use of acontinuous glucose monitoring system (CGM) revealing high sensor averageglucose levels (>=110 mg/dL), or high variability of glycemia (CV>=15),or less time in range (>=10% of the time above 140 mg/dL).

In some embodiments, the patient diagnosed with clinical T1D has apositive result on testing for at least one of the following T1D-relatedautoantibodies: Glutamic acid decarboxylase 65 (GAD65) autoantibodies,Islet antigen 2 (IA-2) autoantibodies, Zinc transporter 8 (ZnT8)autoantibodies Islet cell cytoplasmic autoantibodies (ICA) or Insulinautoantibodies (if testing obtained within the first 14 days of insulintreatment). In some embodiments, the presence of the autoantibodies isdetected by ELISA, electrochemoluminescence (ECL), radioassay (see,e.g., Yu et al., 1996, J. Clin. Endocrinol. Metab. 81:4264-4267),agglutination PCR (Tsai et al, ACS Central Science 2016 2 (3), 139-147)or by any other method for immunospecific detection of antibodiesdescribed herein or as known to one of ordinary skill in the art.

It is recognized that β cells continue to be lost following T1Ddiagnosis. To maximize the effect of β cell preservation in patientswith a recoverable level endogenous insulin production, the patients tobe treated are within 6 weeks from T1D diagnosis and have a peakC-peptide level of ≥0.2 pmol/mL during a mixed meal tolerance test(MMTT).

In some embodiments, the methods provided herein prevents or delays theneed for administration of insulin to the patients.

β-cell function prior to, during, and after therapy may be assessed bymethods described herein or by any method known to one of ordinary skillin the art. For example, the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial(DCCT) research group has established the monitoring of percentageglycosylated hemoglobin (HA1 and HA1c) as the standard for evaluation ofblood glucose control (DCCT, 1993, N. Engl. J. Med. 329:977-986).Alternatively, characterization of daily insulin needs, C-peptidelevels/response, hypoglycemic episodes, and/or FPIR may be used asmarkers of β-cell function or to establish a therapeutic index (SeeKeymeulen et al., 2005, N. Engl. J. Med. 352:2598-2608; Herold et al.,2005, Diabetes 54:1763-1769; U.S. Pat. Appl. Pub. No. 2004/0038867 A1;and Greenbaum et al., 2001, Diabetes 50:470-476, respectively). Forexample, FPIR is calculated as the sum of insulin values at 1 and 3minutes post IGTT, which are performed according to Islet Cell AntibodyRegister User's Study protocols (see, e.g., Bingley et al., 1996,Diabetes 45:1720-1728 and McCulloch et al., 1993, Diabetes Care16:911-915).

In some embodiments, the effective amount comprises a 12-day course ofsubcutaneous intravenous (IV) infusion of the anti-CD3 antibody such asteplizumab at 106-850 micrograms/meter squared (μg/m²). In someembodiments, the total dosage over the duration of the regimen is about14000 ug/m², 13500 ug/m², 13000 ug/m², 12500 ug/m², 12000 ug/m², 11500ug/m², 11000 ug/m², 10500 ug/m², 10000 ug/m², 9500 ug/m², 9000 ug/m²,8000 ug/m², 7000 ug/m², 6000 ug/m², and may be less than 5000 ug/m²,4000 ug/m², 3000 ug/m², 2000 ug/m², or 1000 ug/m². In some embodiments,the total dosage over the duration of the regimen is from about 9030μg/m² to about 14000 μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about 13500 μg/m², about9000 μg/m² to about 13000 μg/m², about 9000 μg/m² to about 12500 μg/m²,about 9000 μg/m² to about 12000 μg/m², about 9000 μg/m² to about 11500μg/m², about 9000 μg/m² to about 11000 μg/m², about 9000 μg/m² to about10500 μg/m², about 9000 μg/m² to about 10000 μg/m², about 9000 μg/m² toabout 9500 μg/m². In some embodiments, the total dosage over theduration of the regimen is from about 9030 μg/m² to about 14000 μg/m²,about 9030 μg/m² to about 13500 μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about 13000μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about 12500 μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about12000 μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about 11500 μg/m², from about 9030μg/m² to about 11000 μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about 10500 μg/m², about9030 μg/m² to about 10000 μg/m², about 9030 μg/m² to about 9500 μg/m².

Without being bound by the theory, cumulative doses above about 9,000ug/m² of teplizumab are expected to have comparable efficacy in terms ofC-peptide preservation as shown for about 9,000 mg. That is because theexposure/response curve surprisingly reaches a plateau above whichincreasing doses do not result in increased efficacy. The evaluation ofC-peptide preservation was performed utilizing the Protégé study data.Model-predicted teplizumab AUCs versus change from baseline in C-peptidewere plotted and an Emax analysis was performed. These data demonstratethat an Emax model describes the relationship between teplizumabexposure and change in C-peptide at 2 years. As shown in FIG. 31 , atteplizumab AUC levels greater than about 1500 ng*hr/mL (below the lowestAUC predicted for the about 9,000 ug/m² dose, of 1,789 ng*hr/mL) noadditional improvement in C-peptide with increased teplizumab exposurewas observed. Therefore, these data suggest that doses above about 9,000mg of teplizumab would have comparable efficacy in terms of C-peptidepreservation as shown for about 9,000 mg.

In some embodiments, the effective amount comprises a 12-day course IVinfusion of teplizumab at a first dose of 106 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1,a second dose of 425 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 850μg/m² on each of days 3-12. In some embodiments, the effective amountcomprises a 12-day course IV infusion of teplizumab at a first dose of211 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 423 μg/m² teplizumab onday 2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each of days 3-12. In someembodiments, the effective amount comprises a 12-day course IV infusionof teplizumab at a first dose of approximately 100 μg/m² teplizumab onday 1, a second dose of approximately 400 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, athird dose of approximately 850 μg/m² on day 3, and approximately 1,200μg/m² on each of days 4-12. In some embodiments, the effective amountcomprises a 12-day course IV infusion of teplizumab at a first dose ofapproximately 100 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose ofapproximately 400 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, a third dose ofapproximately 850 μg/m² on day 3, and approximately 1,300 μg/m² on eachof days 4-12. In some embodiments, the effective amount comprises a12-day course IV infusion of teplizumab at a first dose of approximately100 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of approximately 400 μg/m²teplizumab on day 2, a third dose of approximately 850 μg/m² on day 3,and approximately 1,400 μg/m² on each of days 4-12. In some embodiments,the effective amount comprises a 12-day course IV infusion of teplizumabat a first dose of approximately 200 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a seconddose of approximately 400 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, a third dose ofapproximately 850 μg/m² on day 3, and approximately 1,200 μg/m² on eachof days 4-12. In some embodiments, the effective amount comprises a12-day course IV infusion of teplizumab at a first dose of approximately200 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of approximately 400 μg/m²teplizumab on day 2, a third dose of approximately 850 μg/m² on day 3,and approximately 1,300 μg/m² on each of days 4-12. In some embodiments,the effective amount comprises a 12-day course IV infusion of teplizumabat a first dose of approximately 200 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a seconddose of approximately 400 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, a third dose ofapproximately 850 μg/m² on day 3, and approximately 1,400 μg/m² on eachof days 4-12.

Provided herein is a dosing regimen comprising two or more courses ofdosing with an anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab comprising a firstcourse of dosing at week 1 and second course of dosing at week 26. Insome embodiments, teplizumab is administered via IV infusion in twocourses, with the first course starting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the secondcourse on approximately Day 182 (Week 26), each course of treatmentincluding daily infusions for 12 days, with a cumulative teplizumab doseof 9000 ug/m² for each course of treatment. In some embodiments,teplizumab is administered via IV infusion in two courses, with thefirst course starting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the second course onapproximately Day 182 (Week 26), each course of treatment includingdaily infusions for 12 days, with a cumulative teplizumab dose of 9500ug/m² for each course of treatment. In some embodiments, teplizumab isadministered via IV infusion in two courses, with the first coursestarting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the second course on approximately Day182 (Week 26), each course of treatment including daily infusions for 12days, with a cumulative teplizumab dose of 10000 ug/m² for each courseof treatment. In some embodiments, teplizumab is administered via IVinfusion in two courses, with the first course starting on Day 1(Week 1) and the second course on approximately Day 182 (Week 26), eachcourse of treatment including daily infusions for 12 days, with acumulative teplizumab dose of 10500 ug/m² for each course of treatment.In some embodiments, teplizumab is administered via IV infusion in twocourses, with the first course starting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the secondcourse on approximately Day 182 (Week 26), each course of treatmentincluding daily infusions for 12 days, with a cumulative teplizumab doseof 11000 ug/m² for each course In some embodiments, teplizumab isadministered via IV infusion in two courses, with the first coursestarting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the second course on approximately Day182 (Week 26), each course of treatment including daily infusions for 12days, with a cumulative teplizumab dose of 11500 ug/m² for each courseof treatment. of treatment. In some embodiments, teplizumab isadministered via IV infusion in two courses, with the first coursestarting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the second course on approximately Day182 (Week 26), each course of treatment including daily infusions for 12days, with a cumulative teplizumab dose of 12000 ug/m² for each courseof treatment. In some embodiments, teplizumab is administered via IVinfusion in two courses, with the first course starting on Day 1(Week 1) and the second course on approximately Day 182 (Week 26), eachcourse of treatment including daily infusions for 12 days, with acumulative teplizumab dose of 12500 ug/m² for each course of treatment.In some embodiments, teplizumab is administered via IV infusion in twocourses, with the first course starting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the secondcourse on approximately Day 182 (Week 26), each course of treatmentincluding daily infusions for 12 days, with a cumulative teplizumab doseof 13000 ug/m² for each course of treatment. In some embodiments,teplizumab is administered via IV infusion in two courses, with thefirst course starting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the second course onapproximately Day 182 (Week 26), each course of treatment includingdaily infusions for 12 days, with a cumulative teplizumab dose of 13500ug/m² for each course of treatment. In some embodiments, teplizumab isadministered via IV infusion in two courses, with the first coursestarting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the second course on approximately Day182 (Week 26), each course of treatment including daily infusions for 12days, with a cumulative teplizumab dose of 14000 ug/m² for each courseof treatment. In some embodiments, the 12 days course has a 2-dayramp-up phase and a 10-day fixed-, maximal dosing period. In someembodiments, 106 μg/m² teplizumab is administered on day 1, 425 μg/m²teplizumab is administered on day 2, and 850 μg/m² teplizumab isadministered on each of days 3-12

In other embodiments, the course of dosing can be repeated at 2 month, 4month, 5 month, 6 month, 8 month, 9 month, 10 month, 12 month, 15 month,18 month, 24 month, 30 month, or 36 month intervals. In someembodiments, efficacy of the treatment with the anti-CD3 antibody suchas teplizumab is determined as described herein, or as is known in theart, at 2 months, 4 months, 5 month, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15months, 18 months, 24 months, 30 months, or 36 months subsequent to theprevious treatment.

In some embodiments, a subject is administered one or more doses,preferably 12 daily doses, of the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumabat about 5-1200 ug/m², preferably, 106-850 ug/m² to treat, or slow theprogression of or ameliorate one or more symptoms of T1D.

In some embodiments, the subject is administered a treatment regimencomprising two courses of daily doses of an effective amount of theanti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab, wherein the course of treatment isadministered over 2 days, 3 days, 4 days, 5 days, 6 days, 7 days, 8days, 9 days, 10 days, 11 days or 12 days. In some embodiments, thetreatment regimen comprises administering doses of the effective amountevery day, every 2nd day, every 3rd day or every 4th day.

In some embodiments, a subject is administered a treatment regimencomprising one or more doses of a prophylactically effective amount ofthe anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab, wherein the prophylacticallyeffective amount is 200 ug/kg/day, 175 ug/kg/day, 150 ug/kg/day, 125ug/kg/day, 100 ug/kg/day, 95 ug/kg/day, 90 ug/kg/day, 85 ug/kg/day, 80ug/kg/day, 75 ug/kg/day, 70 ug/kg/day, 65 ug/kg/day, 60 ug/kg/day, 55ug/kg/day, 50 ug/kg/day, 45 ug/kg/day, 40 ug/kg/day, 35 ug/kg/day, 30ug/kg/day, 26 ug/kg/day, 25 ug/kg/day, 20 ug/kg/day, 15 ug/kg/day, 13ug/kg/day, 10 ug/kg/day, 6.5 ug/kg/day, 5 ug/kg/day, 3.2 ug/kg/day, 3ug/kg/day, 2.5 ug/kg/day, 2 ug/kg/day, 1.6 ug/kg/day, 1.5 ug/kg/day, 1ug/kg/day, 0.5 ug/kg/day, 0.25 ug/kg/day, 0.1 ug/kg/day, or 0.05ug/kg/day; and/or wherein the prophylactically effective amount is 1200ug/m²/day, 1150 ug/m²/day, 1100 ug/m²/day, 1050 ug/m²/day, 1000ug/m²/day, 950 ug/m²/day, 900 ug/m²/day, 850 ug/m²/day, 800 ug/m²/day,750 ug/m²/day, 700 ug/m²/day, 650 ug/m²/day, 600 ug/m²/day, 550ug/m²/day, 500 ug/m²/day, 450 ug/m²/day, 400 ug/m²/day, 350 ug/m²/day,300 ug/m²/day, 250 ug/m² day, 200 ug/m²/day, 150 ug/m²/day, 100ug/m²/day, 50 ug/m²/day, 40 ug/m² day, 30 ug/m²/day, 20 ug/m²/day, 15ug/m²/day, 10 ug/m²/day, or 5 ug/m²/day.

In some embodiments, the intravenous dose of 1200 ug/m² or less, 1150ug/m² or less, 1100 ug/m² or less, 1050 ug/m² or less, 1000 ug/m² orless, 950 ug/m² or less, 900 ug/m² or less, 850 ug/m² or less, 800 ug/m²or less, 750 ug/m² or less, 700 ug/m² or less, 650 ug/m² or less, 600ug/m² or less, 550 ug/m² or less, 500 ug/m² or less, 450 ug/m² or less,400 ug/m² or less, 350 ug/m² or less, 300 ug/m² or less, 250 ug/m² orless, 200 ug/m² or less, 150 ug/m² or less, 100 ug/m² or less, 50 ug/m²or less, 40 ug/m² or less, 30 ug/m² or less, 20 ug/m² or less, 15 ug/m²or less, 10 ug/m² or less, or 5 ug/m² or less of the anti-CD3 antibodysuch as teplizumab is administered over about 24 hours, about 22 hours,about 20 hours, about 18 hours, about 16 hours, about 14 hours, about 12hours, about 10 hours, about 8 hours, about 6 hours, about 4 hours,about 2 hours, about 1.5 hours, about 1 hour, about 50 minutes, about 40minutes, about 30 minutes, about 20 minutes, about 10 minutes, about 5minutes, about 2 minutes, about 1 minute, about 30 seconds or about 10seconds to prevent, treat or ameliorate one or more symptoms of type 1diabetes. The total dosage over the duration of the regimen ispreferably a total of less than about 14000 ug/m², 13500 ug/m², 13000ug/m², 12500 ug/m², 12000 ug/m², 11500 ug/m², 11000 ug/m², 10500 ug/m²,10000 ug/m², 9500 ug/m², 9000 ug/m², 8000 ug/m², 7000 ug/m², 6000 ug/m²,and may be less than 5000 ug/m², 4000 ug/m², 3000 ug/m², 2000 ug/m², or1000 ug/m². In some embodiments, the daily dosage administered in theregimen is from about 100 ug/m² to about 200 ug/m², about 100 ug/m² toabout 500 ug/m², about 100 ug/m² to about 1000 ug/m², or about 500 ug/m²to about 1000 ug/m².

In some embodiments, the dose escalates over the first three, first ¼ ofthe doses (e.g., over the first 3 days of a 12-day regimen of one doseper day) of the treatment regimen until the daily effective amount ofthe anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab is achieved. In someembodiments, a subject is administered a treatment regimen comprisingone or more doses of an effective amount of the anti-CD3 antibody suchas teplizumab, wherein the effective amount is increased by, e.g., 0.01ug/kg, 0.02 ug/kg, 0.04 ug/kg, 0.05 ug/kg, 0.06 ug/kg, 0.08 ug/kg, 0.1ug/kg, 0.2 ug/kg, 0.25 ug/kg, 0.5 ug/kg, 0.75 ug/kg, 1 ug/kg, 1.5 ug/kg,2 ug/kg, 4 ug/kg, 5 ug/kg, 10 ug/kg, 15 ug/kg, 20 ug/kg, 25 ug/kg, 30ug/kg, 35 ug/kg, 40 ug/kg, 45 ug/kg, 50 ug/kg, 55 ug/kg, 60 ug/kg, 65ug/kg, 70 ug/kg, 75 ug/kg, 80 ug/kg, 85 ug/kg, 90 ug/kg, 95 ug/kg, 100ug/kg, or 125 ug/kg each day; or increased by, e.g., 100 ug/m², 150ug/m², 200 ug/m², 250 ug/m², 300 ug/m², 350 ug/m², 400 ug/m², 450 ug/m²,500 ug/m², 550 ug/m², 600 ug/m², or 650 ug/m², each day as treatmentprogresses. In some embodiments, a subject is administered a treatmentregimen comprising one or more doses of an effective amount of theanti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab, wherein the effective amount isincreased by a factor of 1.25, a factor of 1.5, a factor of 2, a factorof 2.25, a factor of 2.5, or a factor of 5 until the daily effectiveamount of the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab is achieved.

In some embodiments, a subject is intramuscularly administered one ormore doses of a 200 ug/kg or less, preferably 175 ug/kg or less, 150ug/kg or less, 125 ug/kg or less, 100 ug/kg or less, 95 ug/kg or less,90 ug/kg or less, 85 ug/kg or less, 80 ug/kg or less, 75 ug/kg or less,70 ug/kg or less, 65 ug/kg or less, 60 ug/kg or less, 55 ug/kg or less,50 ug/kg or less, 45 ug/kg or less, 40 ug/kg or less, 35 ug/kg or less,30 ug/kg or less, 25 ug/kg or less, 20 ug/kg or less, 15 ug/kg or less,10 ug/kg or less, 5 ug/kg or less, 2.5 ug/kg or less, 2 ug/kg or less,1.5 ug/kg or less, 1 ug/kg or less, 0.5 ug/kg or less, or 0.2 ug/kg orless of the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab to treat or ameliorateone or more symptoms of T1D.

In some embodiments, a subject is subcutaneously administered one ormore doses of a 200 ug/kg or less, preferably 175 ug/kg or less, 150ug/kg or less, 125 ug/kg or less, 100 ug/kg or less, 95 ug/kg or less,90 ug/kg or less, 85 ug/kg or less, 80 ug/kg or less, 75 ug/kg or less,70 ug/kg or less, 65 ug/kg or less, 60 ug/kg or less, 55 ug/kg or less,50 ug/kg or less, 45 ug/kg or less, 40 ug/kg or less, 35 ug/kg or less,30 ug/kg or less, 25 ug/kg or less, 20 ug/kg or less, 15 ug/kg or less,10 ug/kg or less, 5 ug/kg or less, 2.5 ug/kg or less, 2 ug/kg or less,1.5 ug/kg or less, 1 ug/kg or less, 0.5 ug/kg or less, or 0.2 ug/kg orless of the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab to treat or ameliorateone or more symptoms of T1D.

In some embodiments, a subject is intravenously administered one or moredoses of a 100 ug/kg or less, preferably 95 ug/kg or less, 90 ug/kg orless, 85 ug/kg or less, 80 ug/kg or less, 75 ug/kg or less, 70 ug/kg orless, 65 ug/kg or less, 60 ug/kg or less, 55 ug/kg or less, 50 ug/kg orless, 45 ug/kg or less, 40 ug/kg or less, 35 ug/kg or less, 30 ug/kg orless, 25 ug/kg or less, 20 ug/kg or less, 15 ug/kg or less, 10 ug/kg orless, 5 ug/kg or less, 2.5 ug/kg or less, 2 ug/kg or less, 1.5 ug/kg orless, 1 ug/kg or less, 0.5 ug/kg or less, or 0.2 ug/kg or less of theanti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab to treat or ameliorate one or moresymptoms of T1D. In some embodiments, the intravenous dose of 100 ug/kgor less, 95 ug/kg or less, 90 ug/kg or less, 85 ug/kg or less, 80 ug/kgor less, 75 ug/kg or less, 70 ug/kg or less, 65 ug/kg or less, 60 ug/kgor less, 55 ug/kg or less, 50 ug/kg or less, 45 ug/kg or less, 40 ug/kgor less, 35 ug/kg or less, 30 ug/kg or less, 25 ug/kg or less, 20 ug/kgor less, 15 ug/kg or less, 10 ug/kg or less, 5 ug/kg or less, 2.5 ug/kgor less, 2 ug/kg or less, 1.5 ug/kg or less, 1 ug/kg or less, 0.5 ug/kgor less, or 0.2 ug/kg or less of the anti-CD3 antibody such asteplizumab, is administered over about 6 hours, about 4 hours, about 2hours, about 1.5 hours, about 1 hour, about 50 minutes, about 40minutes, about 30 minutes, about 20 minutes, about 10 minutes, about 5minutes, about 2 minutes, about 1 minute, about 30 seconds or about 10seconds to treat or ameliorate one or more symptoms of T1D.

In some embodiments, a subject is orally administered one or more dosesof a 100 ug/kg or less, preferably 95 ug/kg or less, 90 ug/kg or less,85 ug/kg or less, 80 ug/kg or less, 75 ug/kg or less, 70 ug/kg or less,65 ug/kg or less, 60 ug/kg or less, 55 ug/kg or less, 50 ug/kg or less,45 ug/kg or less, 40 ug/kg or less, 35 ug/kg or less, 30 ug/kg or less,25 ug/kg or less, 20 ug/kg or less, 15 ug/kg or less, 10 ug/kg or less,5 ug/kg or less, 2.5 ug/kg or less, 2 ug/kg or less, 1.5 ug/kg or less,1 ug/kg or less, 0.5 ug/kg or less, or 0.2 ug/kg or less of the anti-CD3antibody such as teplizumab to treat or ameliorate one or more symptomsof T1D. In some embodiments, the oral dose of 100 ug/kg or less, 95ug/kg or less, 90 ug/kg or less, 85 ug/kg or less, 80 ug/kg or less, 75ug/kg or less, 70 ug/kg or less, 65 ug/kg or less, 60 ug/kg or less, 55ug/kg or less, 50 ug/kg or less, 45 ug/kg or less, 40 ug/kg or less, 35ug/kg or less, 30 ug/kg or less, 25 ug/kg or less, 20 ug/kg or less, 15ug/kg or less, 10 ug/kg or less, 5 ug/kg or less, 2.5 ug/kg or less, 2ug/kg or less, 1.5 ug/kg or less, 1 ug/kg or less, 0.5 ug/kg or less, or0.2 ug/kg or less of the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab isadministered over about 6 hours, about 4 hours, about 2 hours, about 1.5hours, about 1 hour, about 50 minutes, about 40 minutes, about 30minutes, about 20 minutes, about 10 minutes, about 5 minutes, about 2minutes, about 1 minute, about 30 seconds or about 10 seconds to treator ameliorate one or more symptoms of T1D.

In some embodiments in which escalating doses are administered for thefirst days of the dosing regimen, the dose on day 1 of the regimen is100-250 ug/m2/day, preferably 106 ug/m2/day and escalates to the dailydose as recited immediately above by day 2, and 3. For example, on day1, the subject is administered a dose of approximately 106 ug/m²/day, onday 2 approximately 425 ug/m²/day, and on subsequent days of the regimen(e.g., days 3-12) 850 ug/m²/day. In some embodiments, on day 1, thesubject is administered a dose of approximately 211 ug/m²/day, on day 2approximately 423 ug/m²/day, on day 3 and subsequent days of the regimen(e.g., days 3-12) approximately 840 ug/m²/day.

In some embodiments, to reduce the possibility of cytokine release andother adverse effects, the first 1, 2, or 3 doses or all the doses inthe regimen are administered more slowly by intravenous administration.For example, a dose of 106 ug/m²/day may be administered over about 5minutes, about 15 minutes, about 30 minutes, about 45 minutes, about 1hour, about 2 hours, about 4 hours, about 6 hours, about 8 hours, about10 hours, about 12 hours, about 14 hours, about 16 hours, about 18hours, about 20 hours, and about 22 hours. In some embodiments, the doseis administered by slow infusion over a period of, e.g., 20 to 24 hours.In some embodiments, the dose is infused in a pump, preferablyincreasing the concentration of antibody administered as the infusionprogresses.

In some embodiments, a set fraction of the doses for the 106 ug/m²/dayto 850 ug/m²/day regimen described above is administered in escalatingdoses.

In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab is notadministered by daily doses over a number of days, but is ratheradministered by infusion in an uninterrupted manner over 4 hours, 6hours, 8 hours, 10 hours, 12 hours, 15 hours, 18 hours, 20 hours, 24hours, 30 hours or 36 hours. The infusion may be constant or may startout at a lower dosage for, for example, the first 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, or 8hours of the infusion and then increase to a higher dosage thereafter.Over the course of the infusion, the patient receives a dose equal tothe amount administered in the 5 to 20-day regimens set forth above. Forexample, a dose of approximately 150 ug/m², 200 ug/m², 250 ug/m², 500ug/m², 750 ug/m², 1000 ug/m², 1500 ug/m², 2000 ug/m², 3000 ug/m², 4000ug/m², 5000 ug/m², 6000 ug/m², 7000 ug/m², 8000 ug/m², 9000 ug/m², 9500ug/m², 10000 ug/m², 10500 ug/m², 11000 ug/m², 11500 ug/m², 12000 ug/m²,12500 ug/m², 13000 ug/m², 13500 ug/m² or 14000 ug/m² can beadministered. In particular, the speed and duration of the infusion isdesigned to minimize the level of free anti-CD3 antibody such asteplizumab in the subject after administration. In some embodiments, thelevel of free anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab should not exceed 200ng/ml free antibody. In addition, the infusion is designed to achieve acombined T cell receptor coating and modulation of at least 50%, 60%,70%, 80%, 90%, 95% or of 100%.

In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab isadministered chronically to treat, or slow the progression, orameliorate one or more symptoms of type 1 diabetes. For example, in someembodiments, a low dose of the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab isadministered once a month, twice a month, three times per month, once aweek or even more frequently either as an alternative to the 6 to 14-daydosage regimen discussed above or after administration of such a regimento enhance or maintain its effect. Such a low dose may be anywhere from1 ug/m² to 100 ug/m², such as approximately 5 ug/m², 10 ug/m², 15 ug/m²,20 ug/m², 25 ug/m², 30 ug/m², 35 ug/m², 40 ug/m², 45 ug/m², or 50 ug/m².

In some embodiments, the subject may be re-dosed at some time subsequentto administration of the two course anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumabdosing regimen, for example, based upon one or more physiological orbiomarker parameters or may be done as a matter of course. Such redosingmay be administered and/or the need for such redosing evaluated 2months, 4 months, 6 months, 8 months, 9 months, 1 year, 15 months, 18months, 2 years, 30 months or 3 years after administration of a dosingregimen and may include administering a course of treatment every 6months, 9 months, 1 year, 15 months, 18 months, 2 years, 30 months or 3years indefinitely.

In some embodiments, before and/or after (e.g., at 1-6 month interval,or 2-5 month interval, or about 3 month interval) the administration ofa 12-day course of teplizumab, the level (or relative amounts) ofphenotypically exhausted T cells, such as TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ cellswith respect to all CD3+ T cells is determined, for example by flowcytometry. In some embodiments, the level of the TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+T-cells can be monitored for example by flow cytometry. In someembodiments, an additional 12-day course of anti-CD3 antibody, such asteplizumab, is administered when the level of the TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+T-cells corresponds to (e.g., returns to) the baseline level. In someembodiments, the determining of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells is about 3months (or about 1-6 months) after the administration of the second12-day course. In some embodiments, if the subject has more than about10% TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ T-cells in all CD3+ T cells, the monitoring can beannual. In some embodiments, if the subject has less than about 10%TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ T-cells in all CD3+ T cells, the monitoring can beevery about 3-6 months.

In some embodiments, the re-dosing comprises administering additional(e.g., second, third, or beyond) 12-day course(s) of teplizumab each ata total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m² as described herein. In someembodiments, the additional 12-day course of teplizumab comprises afirst dose of 106 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 425 μg/m²teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, andwherein the total dose is approximately 9031 μg/m². In other embodimentsthe additional 12-day course of teplizumab comprises a first dose of 211μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 423 μg/m² teplizumab on day2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, and wherein the totaldose is approximately 9034 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the additional (e.g., second, third, or beyond)12-day course of anti-CD3 antibody, such as teplizumab, can beadministered about 12 month to about a 24 month after the administeringof the prior 12-day course, for example 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20,21, 22, 23 or 24 months.

In some embodiments, the anti-CD3 antibody such as teplizumab isadministered to achieve, or maintain a level of glycosylated hemoglobin(HA1 or HA1c) less than 8%, less than 7.5%, less than 7%, less than6.5%, less than 6%, less than 5.5% or 5% or less. At the initiation oftreatment, patients have a HA1 or HA1c level of less than 8%, less than7.5%, less than 7%, less than 6.5%, less than 6%, or, more preferably,from 4%-6% (preferably measured in the absence of other treatment fordiabetes, such as administration of exogenous insulin). Such patientspreferably have retained at least 95%, 90%, 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40% 30%or 20% of beta-cell function prior to initiation of treatment. In someembodiments, the administration of the anti-CD3 antibodies preventsdamage, thereby slowing progression of the disease and reducing the needfor insulin administration. In some embodiments, the methods oftreatment provided herein result in a level of HA1 or HA1c is 7% orless, 6.5% or less, 6% or less, 5.5% or less, or 5% or less 6 months, 9months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, or 24 months after the previoustreatment. In some embodiments, the administration of the anti-CD3antibodies according to the methods provided herein decreases theaverage level of HA′ or HA1c in the patient by about 5%, about 10%,about 15%, about 20%, about 25%, about 30%, about 35%, about 40%, about45%, about 50%, about 55%, about 60%, about 65% or about 70% as comparedto pre-treatment levels at 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18months, or 24 months after the previous treatment. In some embodiments,the administration of the anti-CD3 antibodies according to the methodsprovided herein results in an average level of HA1 or HA1c in thepatient that only increases by about 0.5%, about 1%, about 2.5%, about5%, about 10%, about 15%, about 20%, about 25%, about 30%, about 35%,about 40%, about 45%, or about 50% as compared to pre-treatment levelsat 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, or 24 monthsafter the previous treatment.

In some embodiments, administration of the anti-CD3 antibodies, inparticular teplizumab according to the methods provided herein slows theloss of β cells and/or preserves β cell function (as evidenced by e.g.,C-peptide levels, episodes of hypo- or hyper-glycemia, time in range (ofglycemia), insulin use, or other assessment method known in the art)over 12 months, 13 months, 14 months, 15 months, 16 months, 17 months,18 months, 19 months, 20 months, 21 months, 22 months, 2 months, 24month or more in children and adolescents 8-17 years old who have beendiagnosed with T1D in the previous 6 weeks. In some embodiments,administration of the anti-CD3 antibodies, in particular teplizumabaccording to the methods provided herein slows the loss of β cellsand/or preserves β cell function over 18 months (78 weeks) in childrenand adolescents 8-17 years old who have been diagnosed with T1D in theprevious 6 weeks.

Some embodiments relate to Teplizumab for use in a method of treatingclinical type 1 diabetes (T1D), comprising administering to a subject inneed thereof a 12-day course of the teplizumab at a total dose of morethan about 9000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the total dose is between about 9000 and about 9500μg/m². In some embodiments, the total dose is between about 9000 andabout 14000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the 12-day course comprises a first dose of 106μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 425 μg/m² teplizumab on day2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, and wherein the totaldose is approximately 9031 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the 12-day course comprises a first dose of 211μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 423 μg/m² teplizumab on day2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, and wherein the totaldose is approximately 9034 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the method can include administering a first and asecond 12-day courses of teplizumab. In some embodiments, the first andthe second 12-day courses are administered at about 1-6 months, about2-5 months or about 3 months interval.

In some embodiments, the method can include administering to the subjectin need thereof a third or more 12-day course of teplizumab, each courseat a total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the third or more 12-day course of teplizumabcomprises a first dose of 106 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second doseof 425 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on each ofdays 3-12, and wherein the total dose of each course is approximately9031 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the third or more 12-day course of teplizumabcomprises a first dose of 211 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second doseof 423 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each ofdays 3-12, and wherein the total dose of each course is approximately9034 μg/m².

In some embodiments, the third or more 12-day course of teplizumab isadministered at about a 12 month to about a 24-month interval.

In some embodiments, the method can further include determining, afterthe administration of each 12-day course, a baseline of a level ofTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ cells with respect to all CD3+ T cells, monitoring thelevel of the TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells and administering anadditional 12-day course of teplizumab when the level of theTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells returns to the baseline level. In someembodiments, the determining of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells is by flowcytometry. In some embodiments, the monitoring of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+T-cells is by flow cytometry. In some embodiments, the determining ofTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells is about 1-6 months, about 2-5 months, orabout 3 months after the administration of each 12-day course. In someembodiments, if the subject has more than about 10% TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+T-cells in all CD3+ T cells, subsequent monitoring is annual. In someembodiments, if the subject has less than about 10% TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+T-cells in all CD8+ T cells, subsequent monitoring is every about 3-6months.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof has been diagnosed withT1D within 6 weeks prior to the administrating step.

In some embodiments, the administrating step results in reduction by atleast 10% of insulin use, HbA1c levels, hypoglycemic episodes, orcombinations thereof as compared to pre-treatment levels.

In some embodiments, each dose is administered parenterally.

In some embodiments, each dose is administered by intravenous infusion.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof is about 8 to 17 yearsold.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof have a peak C-peptidelevel of ≥0.2 pmol/mL during a mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT).

In some embodiments, the subject receiving teplizumab has a higher meanC-peptide value compared with a control receiving placebo.

In some embodiments, the method further includes assessing the areaunder the time-concentration curve (AUC) of C-peptide following a mixedmeal tolerance test (MMTT), at 78 weeks.

In some embodiments, the subject in need thereof has at least 20% ofbeta-cell function prior the administration of the first dose.

In some embodiments, the reduction of insulin use, HbA1c levels,hypoglycemic episodes, or combinations thereof is over a period of 12months or more.

Some aspects relate to a method of treating clinical type 1 diabetes(T1D), comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a 12-daycourse of teplizumab at a total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m². Someaspects relate to teplizumab for use in a method of treating clinicaltype 1 diabetes (T1D), comprising administering to a subject in needthereof a 12-day course of the teplizumab at a total dose of more thanabout 9000 μg/m².

In some embodiments, a method of treating clinical type 1 diabetes (T1D)is provided comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a12-day course of teplizumab at a total dose of from about 9000 to about9500 μg/m². In some embodiments, a method of treating clinical type 1diabetes (T1D) is provided comprising administering to a subject in needthereof a 12-day course of teplizumab at a total dose of from about 9000to about 14000 μg/m².

EXAMPLES Example 1. Teplizumab Population Pharmacokinetic SimulationsIntroduction

Teplizumab is a 150 kD monoclonal antibody that binds the CD3-ε epitopeof the T cell receptor (TCR) complex. The primary mechanism of action ofthe antibody involves binding the CD3 antigen target on T cells. Apopulation pharmacokinetic (PK) model that describes teplizumabconcentrations following IV administration was developed. Teplizumab PKwas described by a Quasi-Steady-State (QSS) approximation of theTarget-Mediated Drug Disposition (TMDD) model. The aim of thisinvestigation was to use the model to simulate and compareconcentration-time profiles of teplizumab following several dosingregimens of interest.

Objectives

The objectives of the analysis were:

-   -   To apply the previously developed population PK model to        simulate the following three dosing regimens:        -   “Herold Dosing Regimen”: Day 1: 51 μg/m²; Day 2: 103 μg/m²;            Day 3: 207 μg/m²; Day 4: 413 μg/m²; Days 5-14: 826 μg/m²;        -   Regimen 1: Day 1: 211 μg/m²; Day 2: 423 μg/m²; Days 3-12:            840 μg/m²;        -   Regimen 2: Day 1: 106 μg/m2; Day 2: 425 μg/m²; Day 3-12: 850            μg/m².    -   To illustrate and compare concentration-time courses of        teplizumab for the 3 dosing regimens listed above.

Subjects and Methods Dosing Regimens

The Herold regimen is a 14-day course of teplizumab consisting of dailyintravenous (IV) infusions (over at least 30 minutes) of 51 μg/m², 103μg/m², 207 μg/m², and 413 μg/m² on Study Days 1-4, respectively, and aninfusion of 826 μg/m² on each of Study Days 5-14. The total dose for a14-day course is approximately 9034 μg/m². For subjects with bodysurface area (BSA) of 1.92 m², this dosing schedule deliversapproximately 17 mg of teplizumab. The maximum amount of drug deliveredat steady-state was designed to provide coating of 50% to 80% of theavailable CD3 on T cells, with no large excesses of free, unbound drug(projected to be <200 ng/mL at steady-state).

The new Regimen 1 is a 12-day course of teplizumab consisting of dailyIV infusion (over at least 30 minutes) of 211 μg/m² and 423 μg/m² onStudy Days 1 and 2, respectively, and an infusion of 840 μg/m² on eachof Study Days 3-12. The total dose for a 12-day course is approximately9034 μg/m².

The new Regimen 2 is a 12-day course of teplizumab consisting of dailyIV infusion (over at least 30 minutes) of 106 μg/m² and 425 μg/m² onStudy Days 1 and 2, respectively, and an infusion of 850 μg/m² on eachof Study Days 3-12. The total dose for a 12-day course is approximately9031 μg/m².

As evident, the same total dose is to be delivered by all threeregimens, but in Regimens 1 and 2, delivery is over 12 days rather than14 days of the original Herold regimen.

Simulations

The final model of the previous analysis was used for simulations.Concentration-time courses were simulated for 40 days (Day 0 to Day 40),with 10 time points each day. The model included the study effect aspatients from Protégé Encore study were found to have higher clearanceand central volume than patients from Protégé study. Therefore, thesimulations were conducted separately for these 2 studies. Covariatevalues of four typical patients were used for simulations, specifically:

-   -   Adult patients with no detected anti-drug antibodies [ADA]: 18        years old, 60 kg males with BSA of 1.67 m²;    -   Adult patients with high level of ADAs: 18 years old, 60 kg        males with BSA of 1.67 m²;    -   Pediatric patients with no detected ADA: 13 years old, 45 kg        males with BSA of 1.33 m²;    -   Pediatric patients with high level of ADAs: 13 years old, 45 kg        males with BSA of 1.33 m².

For each of these patients, population predictions of concentrationsover time were computed for each of 3 dosing regimens, and were thencompared graphically. Then, the parameters of 1000 similar patients weresimulated using the model-estimated inter-individual variability, andindividual concentration-time courses were computed using the model.Median and 90% prediction intervals of simulated concentrations at eachtime point were computed for each regimen, and were comparedgraphically. In addition, mean and standard deviations of the simulatedvalues at 1 day after the last dose were computed and compared.

Software

The simulations were conducted using the NONMEM software, Version 7.4.1(ICON Development Solutions). Computer resources included personalcomputers with Intel® processors, Windows 7 Professional or lateroperating system and Intel® Visual Fortran Professional Compiler(Version 11.0). Graphical and all other statistical analyses, includingevaluation of NONMEM outputs were performed using R version 3.4.4 forWindows (R project, www.r-project.org/).

Results

The results of the simulations for typical adult patients with nodetected ADAs are shown in FIG. 1 . Concentrations in the Protégé studywere predicted to be higher than in the Encore study for all dosingregimens. The concentrations in Dosing Regimens 1 and 2 were nearlyindistinguishable except for minor differences during the first two daysof dosing. During the first 12 days of dosing, concentrations in theHerold dosing regimen were lower compared to Dosing regimens 1 and 2,but they were nearly identical following the last dose (on Day 14 forthe Herold regimen, and Day 12 for Regimens 1 and 2). The simulationsthat included inter-individual variability (FIGS. 2-4 , Table 1)confirmed these observations. Table 1 illustrates mean and standarddeviation of predicted concentrations (ng/mL) over 1000 simulatedsubjects from Protégé study

TABLE 1 Teplizumab Concentration Predictions: C_(trough) 1 day After theLast Dose Mean (standard deviation) Excludes Includes Dosing Timeresidual residual Patient Population Regimen Point error error Age = 18years, WT = Herold regimen 14 days 425 (130) 426 (220) 60 kg, BSA = 1.67m² male Regimen 1 12 days 432 (133) 432 (224) subjects with no ADARegimen 2 12 days 435 (134) 435 (225) detected Age = 18 years, WT =Herold regimen 14 days 184 (82) 183 (113) 60 kg, BSA = 1.67 m² maleRegimen 1 12 days 189 (84) 197 (123) subjects with extremely Regimen 212 days 191 (85) 199 (124) high ADA levels (HAHA2 = 10) Age = 13 years,WT = Herold regimen 14 days 394 (120) 393 (206) 45 kg, BSA = 1.33 m²male Regimen 1 12 days 410 (123) 403 (210) subjects with no ADA Regimen2 12 days 413 (123) 406 (211) detected Age = 13 years, WT = Heroldregimen 14 days 171 (79) 174 (112) 45 kg, BSA = 1.33 m² male Regimen 112 days 173 (77) 173 (107) subjects with extremely Regimen 2 12 days 175(78) 175 (108) high ADA levels (HAHA2 = 10)

The results of the simulations for typical adult patients with highlevel of detected ADAs are shown in FIGS. 5-8 . As expected, overallteplizumab levels are much lower for subjects with very high immunogenicresponse, but the conclusions about differences between the threeinvestigated dosing regimens still hold.

The results of the simulations for typical pediatric patients are shownin FIGS. 9-16 . They are very similar to those for adult patients,indicating the BSA-proportional dosing provides similar exposure forpediatric and adult populations.

FIGS. 17-24 show concentration profiles comparing Herold Regimen andRegimen 2 for a longer time period and Table 2-Table 3 summarized Cmaxand AUC from 0 to 42 days in the simulations. Figures show that by day42 concentrations are very low, so values for AUG-42 are essentially thesame as for AUCinfinity. Table 2 illustrates mean and standard deviationof predicted maximum concentrations (ng/mL) over 1000 simulated subjectsusing Protégé Model 205. Table 3 illustrates mean and standard deviationof predicted AUC from 0 to 42 days (ng/mL*day) over 1000 simulatedsubjects using Protégé Model 205

TABLE 2 Teplizumab Concentration Predictions: C_(max) Mean (standarddeviation) Excludes Includes Dosing residual residual Patient PopulationRegimen error error Age = 18 years, WT = 60 Herold regimen 849 (205) 850(405) kg, BSA = 1.67 m² male Regimen 1 855 (200) 856 (399) subjects withno ADA Regimen 2 863 (202) 864 (402) detected Age = 18 years, WT = 60Herold regimen 609 (178) 612 (304) kg, BSA = 1.67 m² male Regimen 1 607(175) 610 (318) subjects with extremely Regimen 2 614 (177) 617 (321)high ADA levels (HAHA2 = 10) Age = 13 years, WT = 45 Herold regimen 788(189) 785 (377) kg, BSA = 1.33 m² male Regimen 1 792 (199) 798 (386)subjects with no ADA Regimen 2 799 (200) 806 (389) detected Age = 13years, WT = 45 Herold regimen 559 (159) 566 (292) kg, BSA = 1.33 m² maleRegimen 1 561 (151) 552 (271) subjects with extremely Regimen 2 568(153) 558 (274) high ADA levels (HAHA2 = 10)

TABLE 3 Teplizumab Concentration Predictions: AUC₀₋₄₂ AUC₀₋₄₂ Mean(standard Patient Population Dosing Regimen deviation) Age = 18 years,WT = 60 Herold regimen 6548 (819) kg, BSA = 1.67 m² male Regimen 1 6662(2085) subjects with no ADA Regimen 2 6659 (2084) detected Age = 18years, WT = 60 Herold regimen 3082 (630) kg, BSA = 1.67 m² male Regimen1 3099 (1044) subjects with extremely Regimen 2 3098 (1044) high ADAlevels (HAHA2 = 10) Age = 13 years, WT = 45 Herold regimen 5939 (750)kg, BSA = 1.33 m² male Regimen 1 6032 (1936) subjects with no ADARegimen 2 6029 (1935) detected Age = 13 years, WT = 45 Herold regimen2830 (557) kg, BSA = 1.33 m² male Regimen 1 2837 (902) subjects withextremely Regimen 2 2836 (902) high ADA levels (HAHA2 = 10)

CONCLUSIONS

The simulations indicated that:

-   -   Predicted concentrations of teplizumab are nearly identical for        2 suggested dosing regimens (Regimen 1 and Regimen 2) except for        the first day of dosing;    -   Predicted concentrations of teplizumab increase faster during        dosing for Regimens 1 and 2 compared to Herold regimen, but they        are nearly identical for all regimens at the last day of dosing;    -   Predicted concentrations of teplizumab at 1 day after the last        dose are nearly identical for all 3 regimens;    -   BSA-proportional dosing provides homogeneous exposure levels for        adult and pediatric subjects with different body size measures.

Example 2. A Phase 3, Randomized, Double-Blind, Multinational,Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Teplizumab(PRV-031), a Humanized, FcR Non-Binding, Anti-CD3 Monoclonal Antibody,in Children and Adolescents with Newly Diagnosed Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)

Teplizumab (also known as PRV-031, hOKT3γ1 [Ala-Ala], and MGA031) is ahumanized 150-kilodalton monoclonal antibody (mAb) that binds to theCD3-ε epitope of the T cell receptor. Teplizumab was developed whenpreclinical studies demonstrated that targeting T cells (the cells thatare instrumental in initiating and coordinating the autoimmune processresponsible for type 1 diabetes [T1D] mellitus) via this mechanismaltered diabetes immunopathogenesis and prevented and reversed diseasein relevant animal models. The goal of this study is to evaluateteplizumab in children and adolescents very recently diagnosed with T1D.Teplizumab holds the promise to be the first disease modifying therapyavailable to improve both the medical management and overall outlook inthose who suffer the most devastating short- and long-term consequencesof this disease.

Hypothesis

The hypothesis of this study is that teplizumab is safe, well-tolerated,and effective in slowing the loss of β cells and maintaining aclinically relevant level of β cell function in children and adolescentsnewly diagnosed with T1D while improving key aspects of T1D clinicalmanagement over an 18-month period.

Objectives

The primary objective is:

-   -   To determine whether two courses of teplizumab administered 6        months apart slow the loss of β cells and preserve β cell        function over 18 months (78 weeks) in children and adolescents        8-17 years old who have been diagnosed with T1D in the previous        6 weeks.

The secondary objectives are:

-   -   To evaluate participant improvements in key clinical parameters        of diabetes management, including insulin use, glycemic control        (including hemoglobin A1c [HbA1c] and time in glycemic target        range [TIR]), and clinically important hypoglycemic episodes    -   To determine the safety and tolerability of two courses of        teplizumab, administered intravenously (IV) 6 months apart    -   To evaluate the pharmacokinetics (PK) and immunogenicity of two        courses of IV teplizumab

The exploratory objectives are:

To assess β cell function and T1D-focused clinical parameters

To evaluate immunologic, endocrinologic, molecular, and genetic markers

Endpoints 1. The Primary Endpoint is:

-   -   The area under the time-concentration curve (AUC) of C-peptide        after a 4-hour (4 h) mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT), a measure        of endogenous insulin production and β cell function, at Week        78.

2. The Secondary Endpoints are as Follows: A. Key Clinical Endpoints:

-   -   Exogenous insulin use: defined as a daily average in units per        kilogram per day (U/kg/d), at Week 78    -   HbA1c levels: expressed in % and mmol/mol, at Week 78    -   TIR: expressed as a daily average of the percentage of time in a        24-hour day a participant's blood glucose (BG) is >70 but ≤180        mg/dL (>3.9 to ≤10.0 mmol/L), assessed using continuous glucose        monitoring (CGM), at Week 78    -   Clinically important hypoglycemic episodes: defined as the total        number of episodes of a BG reading of <54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L)        and/or episodes of severe cognitive impairment requiring        external assistance for recovery, from randomization through        Week 78

B. Safety Endpoints:

-   -   Incidence of treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs), adverse        events of special interest (AESIs), and serious adverse events        (SAEs)    -   Incidence of treatment-emergent infections of special interest,        including but not limited to tuberculosis, an infection        requiring IV antimicrobial treatment or hospitalization,        Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection, or        significant viremia (ie, DNA-based polymerase chain reaction        viral load >10,000 copies per mL or 10⁶ cells), and herpes        zoster    -   Incidence and severity of immediate or delayed study drug        infusion-related reactions, such as hypersensitivity reactions,        pain requiring interruption or discontinuation of infusions,        cytokine release syndrome, and serum sickness

C. PK and Immunogenicity Endpoints:

-   -   Teplizumab serum concentrations    -   Incidence and titers of anti-teplizumab antibodies after        treatment courses

3. The Exploratory Endpoints are as Follows:

A. Assessments of β cell function and health throughout the study:

-   -   4 h MMTT C-peptide AUC    -   Participants with the recognized clinically significant        stimulated peak C-peptide of ≥0.2 pmol/mL during 4 h and 2-hour        (2 h) MMTTs    -   Proinsulin-to-C-peptide ratios, a measure of β cell endoplasmic        reticulum stress and dysfunction        B. T1D-focused Clinical Endpoints during the study unless        otherwise noted:    -   Exogenous insulin use (in U/kg/day)    -   HbA1c levels    -   Participants with poor glycemic control, defined as HbA1c of ≥9%    -   The number of participants who do not require exogenous insulin        because they are able to achieve local, regional, or national        age-based glycemic management goals for HbA1c and/or routine        blood glucose levels    -   Evaluations of glycemic control based on BG values obtained from        intermittent (ie, spot-check, fingerstick) glucometer readings    -   Evaluations of glycemic control based on BG values obtained from        CGM readings, including but not limited to TIR; time in        hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia ranges; daily, daytime, and        nighttime average BG levels and estimated HbA1c; and glycemic        variability    -   Clinically important hypoglycemic episodes from randomization        through Week 39 and from Week 39 through Week 78    -   Incidence of “typical” hypoglycemia, defined as BG levels ≥54        mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) but <70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) and/or non-severe        clinical episodes Incidence of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)        requiring medical attention, defined as a hyperglycemic episode        with serum or urine ketones elevated beyond upper limit of        normal (ULN) along with serum bicarbonate <15 mmol/L or blood        pH<7.3, or both, and resulting in outpatient, emergency room        visit or hospitalization    -   Patient-reported outcomes measured by instruments, such as        Quality of Life Inventory™ (PedsQL) Diabetes Module, the        Hypoglycemia Fear Scale (HFS), and the Diabetes Treatment        Satisfaction Questionnaire (DTSQ)    -   Impact on family life, measured by the parent-reported PedsQL        Family Impact questionnaire

C. Composite Clinical Endpoints:

-   -   Participants with both HbA1c in the American Diabetic        Association (ADA) target range (ie, <7.5%) and exogenous insulin        dose in specific ranges (<0.25, 0.25 to <0.50, 0.50 to <0.75,        0.75 to <1.0, 1.0 to <1.25, and ≥1.25 U/k/d)    -   Participants with both HbA1c of <6.5% and <7.0% and exogenous        insulin dose of <0.5 U/kg/day or 0.25 U/kg/day        D. Other Endpoints during the study:    -   Number, type, and titer of T1D autoantibodies    -   Association of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) type with clinical,        metabolic and immune assessments

Overview of Study Design

This is a Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled,multinational, multicenter study. Approximately 300 participants areenrolled and randomly assigned at a ratio of 2:1 to either theteplizumab group (N=200) or the placebo group (N=100).

To minimize bias in treatment assignment, potential confounders, andenhance the validity of statistical analysis, participants arerandomized at a 2:1 ratio using randomly permuted blocks andstratification based on the following criteria:

-   -   Peak C-peptide level at screening: within the range of 0.2        (inclusion criterion) to 0.7 pmol/mL (inclusive) versus >0.7        pmol/mL    -   Age at randomization: within the range of 8 to 12 years        (inclusive) versus >12 to 17 years

Teplizumab or matching placebo are administered via IV infusion in twocourses, with the first course starting on Day 1 (Week 1) and the secondcourse approximately 6 months later at Day 182 (Week 26). Each course oftreatment include daily infusions for 12 days.

The total study duration for each participant is up to 84 weeks. Thisincludes a screening period of up to 6 weeks and a post-randomizationperiod of 78 weeks. The treatment period includes two 12-day treatmentcourses separated by 6 months and a post-treatment observation period ofapproximately 52 weeks.

Study Population

This study enrolls male and female participants 8 to 17 years of agewith new-onset T1D who are able to be randomized and initiate studytreatment within 6 weeks of their diagnosis. To be eligible forrandomization, participants must be positive for at least oneT1D-associated autoantibody and have a peak stimulated C-peptide of ≥0.2pmol/mL at screening. They must also meet all of the specific inclusioncriteria and none of the exclusion criteria.

Dosage and Administration

On the day of randomization (Day 1), each participant receives the firstdose of the study drug in the first 12-day treatment course, as shown inthe table below. On approximately Day 182, each participant receives thefirst dose of the second 12-day course. The study drugs (teplizumab orplacebo) are administered via IV infusion at the study site or otherqualified facility by study-approved personnel. The doses of study drugis calculated based on the participant's body surface area (BSA)measured on the first day of each treatment course. No dose adjustmentis permitted.

TABLE 4 Treatment name Teplizumab Placebo Description Sterile solutionfor Sterile solution for injection injection Doses in each Day 1: 106μg/m² Matching volumes to course Day 2: 425 μg/m² active drug Days 3-12:850 μg/m² Total per course: 9.0 mg/m² Frequency Two courses starting atTwo courses starting at Week 1 and Week 26 Week 1 and Week 26 Deliverymethod IV infusion IV infusion

Key Evaluations

MMTT: In order to quantitate endogenous 13 cell function, participantsundergo standardized provocative metabolic testing for C-peptide (a 1:1by-product of insulin production). Participants consume a fixed amountof a beverage with known amounts of carbohydrates, fats, and protein.Following consumption, BG, insulin, and C-peptide levels are measuredover time. A 2 h MMTT is conducted at screening, and 4 h MMTTs isconducted at randomization and Weeks 26, 52, and 78 for key endpointassessments.

HbA1c: This is the percent of red blood cells (measured as hemoglobin)that has become non-enzymatic glycated proportional to blood glucoselevels. This indicates, on average, approximately a 3-month average ofblood glucose values. It is a key clinical target in the management ofT1D.

Insulin use: As an average over 7 days of data collected before eachspecified visit to quantify exogenously injected insulin.

Hypoglycemia: Clinically important and potentially life-threatinghypoglycemia is the result of insulin therapy and more likely to occurin patients who are attempting to achieve glycemic control goals. Thisstudy ask participants to record information regarding BG levels of <70mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) and/or events that are consistent with hypoglycemia.A particular focus is on clinically significant hypoglycemic events thatare defined as a reliable glucose reading of <54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L)and/or severe cognitive impairment and/or physical status requiringexternal assistance for recovery.

Glucose Monitoring: Intermittent glucose monitoring (e.g, spot-check orfingerstick) performed by participants or caregivers multiple times aday as a necessary part of glycemic management to gauge insulin dosingand assist in diet and activity. All participants are to bring in theirglucometers at all visits for review. In addition to data regardingglycemic control, at specified times during the study, participantsreport their daily before-meal and before-bedtime BG readings and haveglucose levels assessed for 2-week intervals using CGM.

Quality of Life Questionnaires: Surveys is used to assess the generalhealth and wellbeing of participants and the effects of teplizumab, suchas the PedsQL Diabetes Module, HFS, DTSQ, and parent-reported PedsQLFamily Impact Module.

Pharmacokinetic and Immunogenicity Evaluations: Teplizumabconcentrations are analyzed in blood samples collected at specified timepoints throughout the study. Anti-teplizumab antibodies are determined,including those that are neutralizing antibodies (NAbs).

A diagram of the study design is provided in FIG. 25 .

The study focuses on individuals who have a significant amount of β cellfunctional capacity. It is recognized that β cells continue to be lostfollowing T1D diagnosis. To maximize the effect of β cell preservationin patients with a recoverable level endogenous insulin production, thisstudy recruits participants within 6 weeks from T1D diagnosis and a peakC-peptide level of ≥0.2 pmol/mL during a mixed meal tolerance test(MMTT). The value of 0.2 pmol/mL was chosen as it is a key and acceptedthreshold of C-peptide correlated with clinically important lower ratesof T1D-associated short- and long-term complications (Lachin 2014,Palmer 2001, Palmer 2009).

The total study duration for each participant is up to 84 weeks. Thisincludes a screening period of up to 6 weeks and a post-randomizationperiod of 78 weeks. The post-randomization period includes two 12-daytreatment courses separated by 6 months and a post-treatment observationperiod of approximately 52 weeks. The final visit takes place at Week78.

The overall study length and timepoints for key assessments were chosendue to the natural course of remaining β cell loss following thediagnosis of T1D and study goals to demonstrate durability of effect andto confirm post-treatment safety profiles of teplizumab. At the time ofdiagnosis there can be substantial β cell reserves, often estimated at10-20% but in some cases over 40% of normal β cell mass (Matveyenko2008, Campbell-Thompson 2016). At T1D diagnosis, the majority of thisreserve appears to be functionally impaired due to metabolic orimmunologic (i.e, cytokine induced) stress. With exogenous insulintreatment and correction of pH, electrolyte and fluid disturbances (ie,DKA) that are often present at diagnosis, some β cell function mayreturn for days, weeks or many months. This observation is oftenreferred to as the “Honeymoon period” where insulin requirements can besubstantially reduced and at times independence from exogenous insulincan be achieved. These effects are transient and over time, usuallywithin a year from diagnosis, inevitably full insulin replacement isrequired due to autoimmune elimination of these remaining β cells. Dueto the known individual variability in the natural history of β cellloss, the effect of disease modifying therapies intended to preserve βcell function is difficult to distinguish from the Honeymoon periodeffects during the first 12 months of T1D diagnosis.

The 18-month time point for the primary and key secondary clinicalendpoints provide key data needed for the acceptance of teplizumab as aT1D disease modifying therapy into regular medical practice and isconsistent with existing guidelines for endpoints recommended by the EMAand FDA. Data from T1D natural history studies and interventional trialsshow that β cell loss in those with T1D can be quite variable,especially within the weeks to months following diagnosis. As this studyis enrolling participants in close proximity to T1D diagnosis (i.e.within 6 weeks) who are younger, there may be the added complexity ofthe consideration of the Honeymoon phenomenon (or spontaneous, transientpartial remission)—that may last up to ˜1 year in the study population(Abdul-Rasoul 2006). The 18-month timing of the primary and keysecondary clinical endpoints allows for a substantial amount of theinherent, natural metabolic variability due to different trajectories ofβ cell loss and/or transiently enhanced β cell function due to theHoneymoon phenomenon to be minimized—so that the true effect onteplizumab on β cell function and clinical parameters can bedifferentiated from chance.

Other key assessments are done at randomization, Week 26 (6 months) andWeek 52 (12 months) to better understand natural history of β celldecline and the effect of teplizumab in this specific study population.

In addition, the primary and key clinical endpoints are assessedapproximately 1 year after the last dose of study drug administration.The length of effect is recognized as an important property of anintermittent disease modifying therapy for T1D. A 12-month off-therapyperiod whilst maintaining positive metabolic and clinical effects can,at this time, be considered a reasonable time frame to substantiate anassertion of a metabolically and clinically relevant durable benefit.

Throughout this study, participants are assessed regularly via in-personinterviews and physical exams, self-reports, and laboratoryexaminations. Assessments occur daily during the two 12-day treatmentcourses and regularly during the 6-month interval between courses andthe 12 months following the second treatment course. The on- andoff-therapy observation times in this study are well within, if notsignificantly beyond, the periods traditionally used to assess forsafety and side effects for immune therapies approved for otherautoimmune conditions, including those for pediatric indications. Indoses and regimens similar to that being used in this study, teplizumabhas overall been well tolerated with minimal side effects and no signalsof significant short- or long-term adverse effects. It is anticipatedthat with additional, confirmatory data from this study, the side-effectprofile of teplizumab will continue to be considered acceptable for itsintegration into care plans for children and adolescents newly diagnosedwith T1D.

In some embodiments, T1D diagnosis is according to ADA criteria. In someembodiments, the patient diagnosed with T1D has a positive result ontesting for at least one of the following T1D-related autoantibodies:Glutamic acid decarboxylase 65 (GAD65) autoantibodies, Islet antigen 2(IA-2) autoantibodies, Zinc transporter 8 (ZnT8) autoantibodies Isletcell cytoplasmic autoantibodies (ICA) or Insulin autoantibodies (iftesting obtained within the first 14 days of insulin treatment).

At the beginning of each 12-day course of study drug administration (Day1 and Day 182), the participant's current BSA is calculated using theMosteller formula, BSA=square root [height (cm)×weight (kg)/3600], usingthe height and weight of the obtained on that day.

Teplizumab and placebo are prepared according to the Pharmacy Manualprovided to the site.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) infusion bags and tubing and normal salineshould be used for study agent preparation and administration.

Two (2) mL of study drug should be drawn from the study drug vial andslowly reconstituted in 18 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride solution forinjection by gentle mixing. The resulting 20 mL of 1:10 dilution is usedas the initial study drug solution, which contains either placebo orteplizumab at a concentration of 100 μg/mL. This initial drug solutionshould then be added to a PVC infusion bag containing 25 mL 0.9% sodiumchloride solution. Finally, this resulting preparation should be gentlymixed before administration to the participant.

This study requires two courses of intravenous infusions and blood drawsover 12 days. It is recognized that intravenous access (for infusionsand blood draws for laboratory sampling) in the pediatric populationthat is the focus of this study may pose a challenge. Children havesmaller veins than adults, veins that may be more challenging to insertcatheters and they may have a significant resistance to catheterplacement and/or phlebotomy.

In recognition of the above, in addition to the use of “traditional”intravenous peripheral catheters, this study permits the use oftemporary, intermediate term approaches for vascular access.Specifically, “midlines” or peripherally inserted central catheter(PICC) lines may be used for study drug infusions and blood draws (ifappropriate according to the properties of the access line and local,regional or national guidance).

All enrolled participants, with assistance of their health-careproviders, should receive intensive diabetes management of their T1Dusing approved therapies according to the recommendations of AmericanDiabetes Association (ADA) or local, regional, or nationalrecommendations to achieve glucose levels that appear to decrease someof the short-term and long-term sequelae of T1D. Currently the glycemictargets by the ADA are focused at management strategies to achieve aHbA1c level of <7.5% (58 mmol/mol) for individuals 17 years old andyounger, and <7.0% (53 mmol/mol) 18 years and older while minimizingsevere or frequent hypoglycemic events.

The glycemic goal should be attempted through proper glycemicmonitoring, administration of exogenous insulin, and monitoring ofactivity level and diet. Exogenous insulin may include rapid,intermediate, and/or long-acting insulins, administered intermittentlyor via the use of a personal insulin pump. Blood glucose levels shouldbe measured at least 4 times a day, including before meals and beforebedtime.

Insulin use, including the type of products, dosages, and dosingschedules, is expected to change during the course of the study. As partof routine T1D clinical care, if the caring physician judges it to beclinically appropriate, a participant's insulin dose may be increased,reduced, or even discontinued.

If participants are not meeting the glycemic goals, the study teamshould contact the participant's primary clinical care team aboutpossible adjustments in the insulin regimen, referral to a registereddietitian, or other approaches that may improve the glucose control.

Insulin Discontinuation

If a participant has achieved a HbA1c level of ≤6.5% with insulin use of≤0.25 U/kg/day, insulin therapy can be discontinued. The participant'sblood glucose and HbA1c levels should continue to be monitored perprotocol, and urine ketones should be monitored once a day. Duringroutine blood glucose monitoring, if the participant's blood glucoselevel exceeds 200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L) and/or urine ketone is moderate orgreater, the participant should consult with their primary physicianand/or the clinical site staff for further evaluation. If the fastingblood glucose exceeds 126 mg/dL (7 mmol/L) or HbA1c exceeds 6.5%, asdocumented by repeat testing, the resumption of insulin therapy shouldbe considered.

Dosing of the study drug (teplizumab or placebo) is based on the BSAusing the height and weight obtained at this visit and the Mostellerformula (BSA=square root [height (cm)×weight (kg)/3600].)

Study Visit Week 1

Patient receives premedication of an NSAID (eg, ibuprofen)(acetaminophen if NSAID is contraindicated) and an antihistamine (eg,diphenhydramine) for at least the first 5 days of the treatment course,unless contraindicated by drug allergy or sensitivity. After at least 30minutes following the premedication administration, the infusion ofstudy drug can begin. Because there is no preservative and drug loss mayoccur over time, administration of study drug should begin as soon aspossible after preparation and no later than 2 hours after preparation.Study drug should be planned to be administered intravenously over 30minutes according to standard practices, but it may be slowed if thereare signs or symptoms of intolerance. When the contents of the infusionbag have been completely administered, an additional volume of salineequal to the volume contained in the infusion tubing, at the sameconstant rate is to be infused to ensure that all study drug has beencleared from the infusion tubing. The starting and ending times for theinfusion are to be recorded.

Day 2-12: Continued Treatment Course 1 Infusions

If there are no clinical or laboratory concerns, the patient can proceedwith the next infusion as described above at least 30 minutes followingadministration of prophylactic NSAID (acetaminophen if NSAID iscontraindicated) and antihistamine. Close monitoring is to occur duringthe infusions and for 60 minutes following the infusions for any signsor symptoms of intolerability or infusion reactions.

Day 2-11

On Days 2-11, the patient is then able to leave the facility and returnthe following day for the next study drug infusion.

Days 12

The Day 12 following the completion of the final infusion for thiscourse and at least a 30-minute observation a continuous GlucoseMonitoring (CGM) sensor is applied and the participant is to be giveninstructions on CGM monitoring care and use.

Study Visits Weeks 4, 8, 12, and 20

The visit window for these study visits are ±4 days from the targetvisit day. During these visits, participants return to the site fortheir scheduled visit and have clinical and/or laboratory assessmentsconducted. Of note at Week 12, a CGM sensor is applied and theparticipant is to be given instructions on CGM monitoring care and use.

At the Week 20 visit, give participant instructions for Week 26 4 h MMTTincluding overnight fast and pre-MMTT insulin dosing.

Study Visit Week 26: 4 h MMTT and Treatment Course 2

The visit window for these study visits are ±3 days from the targetvisit day.

Days 182-193

Day 182 clinical and laboratory assessments (including a 4 h MMTT) andfor initiation of the second course of study drug administration.

Of specific note, height and weight are to be obtained at this visit andused for the BSA based dosing calculation for course 2. Following theguidance as with study drug course 1, the patient is to be premedicatedwith an oral NSAID (acetaminophen if NSAID is contraindicated) andantihistamine at least 30 minutes before the first 5 study druginfusions is started (and on an as needed basis with subsequentinfusions), administration of study drug should begin as soon aspossible after preparation and no later than 2 hours after preparation,and an additional volume of saline equal to the volume contained in theinfusion tubing is to be infused. During the infusions and for anadditional 60 minutes following the infusions participants are to bemonitored for signs or symptoms of infusion reactions.

On certain days, two blood draws are obtained for teplizumab serumlevels. One within 30 minutes before study agent infusion and the otherwithin 30 minutes following study agent infusion and flush.

Days 183-192 (Day 2-11 of Course 2 Dosing)

On Days 183-192, the participant may leave the facility and return thefollowing day for the next study drug infusion.

Day 193 (Day 12 of Course 2 Dosing)

Following the completion of the final infusion for this course and atleast a 30-minute observation, a CGM sensor is applied and the patientis to be given instructions on CGM monitoring care and use.

Study Visits Week 30, 34, 39, 52 and 65

The visit window for these study visits are ±4 days from the targetvisit day. At the Week 52 visit, a 4 h MMTT is conducted.

At the end of the Week 39, 52, and 65 visits, a CGM sensor is to beapplied and additional training and instruction updates on CGM care anduse is given as needed.

Study Visits Week 39 and Week 65

Give patient instructions for Week 52 and Week 78, respectively, 4 hMMTT including overnight fast and pre-MMTT insulin dosing. At the Week65 visit, dispense to patient CGM equipment for home application tostart around Week 76.

Study Visit Week 78

The visit window for this study visit is ±7 days from the target visitday. During this visit the 4 h MMTT is conducted.

Mixed Meal Tolerance Tests

A 2 h MMTT is performed at screening to determine study eligibility(based on peak C-peptide level). A 4 h MMTTs is performed atrandomization and at Weeks 26, 52, and 78 to obtain 4 h C-peptide AUCsand other data. A 4 h MMTT is used at and post-randomization as it hasbeen shown to be more precise and reliable in assessing the MMTT-inducedC-peptide AUC than the 2 h MMTT (Boyle 2015, Rigby 2013, Rigby 2016).Alternatively, the 2 h-MMTT is used at screening as it is sufficient tocapture the peak C-peptide level needed for study entry. Samples fromthese assessments are assessed for C-peptide, serum glucose, andinsulin. Samples are stored for potential future evaluations includingbut not limited to proinsulin levels. The measurements of C-peptide andglucose in serum samples are done. MMTTs are to take place in themorning between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. after anovernight fast with strict guidance on insulin use. The 2-hour MMTTtakes approximately 130 minutes to perform, and the 4-hour MMTT takesapproximately 250 minutes.

Hemoglobin A1c

HbA1c is assessed as a blood test at select study visits

Insulin Use

Patient's daily insulin use is documented by the participant in aneDiary at select times for 7 days prior to randomization and at aboutWeeks 12, 26, 39, 52, 65 and 78 visits. The patient records all short-,intermediate- and long-acting insulin administered as intermittentinjections or use with an “insulin pump” during this time. Insulin usedata are not recorded on the day before or the day of the study visit.If a patient forgets to record insulin use on one or more days before avisit, they should continue to record insulin use for up to 72 hourspost-dose to obtain up to 7 days of data. Every effort should be made tocollect a total of 7 days of insulin use data for all the aforementionedvisits except Week 78 (final visit), as patients return the eDiary atthe final visit.

Episodes of Hypoglycemia

Clinically important and other non-severe and non-serious hypoglycemicepisodes are recorded throughout the study by participants and throughevaluation of glucometer readings.

Glucose Monitoring (1) Intermittent Glucose Monitoring (Fingerstick)

Blood glucose levels outside of MMTT and CGM are recorded and analyzedas an endpoint at various times. As part of routine care, BG levels areusually measured by a fingerstick glucometer at least 4 times a day,including before each meal and at bedtime. At screening, participantsare offered a study-supplied glucometer and glucometer strips, butparticipants are permitted to use their own glucometers if they choose,in which case glucose monitoring strips are not be supplied. Eachparticipant is instructed to bring their glucometer (or glucometers ifthey use more than one, eg, at home and in school) to each visit forreview. In addition, approximately 7 times throughout the study,participants record their BG levels before breakfast, lunch, and dinnerand at bedtime for 7 consecutive days in their study eDiary prior to therandomization visit and the Weeks 12, 26, 39, 52, 65, and 78 visits.Like the recording of the insulin use data, BG data on the day beforeand the day of the study visit are not be recorded. If a participantforgets to record fingerstick glucose measurements before a visit, theyshould do so for 72 hours immediately after the visit. Every effortshould be made to collect a total of 7 days of BG data for all theaforementioned visits except Week 78 (final visit), as participantsreturn the eDiary at the final visit.

(2) Continuous Glucose Monitoring

“Continuous” glucose monitors record interstitial glucose levels (whichclosely approximate blood glucose values) at regular intervals, eg every5-15 minutes depending on device. Increasingly clinical studies aresupporting that such measurements and their assessments providesvaluable and unique insights to glycemic control in diabetes. In thisstudy, CGM assessments are conducted to provide key secondary clinicaland exploratory endpoint data to address if and how teplizumab affectsglycemic control, such as glucose excursions, time in select glucoseranges, and average daily glucose values (Steck 2014, Helminen 2016,Danne 2017). A recent international consensus statement on CGMmonitoring supported the use of percentages of time in ranges (target,hypoglycemia, and hyperglycemia) and measurement of glycemic variabilityas key diabetes control metrics in clinical trials (Danne 2017).

CGM are used to assess glycemic control approximately 7 times throughoutthe study: after the completion of treatment courses at randomizationand Week 26; after the visit at Weeks 12, 39, 52, and 65; and before thevisit at Week 78. CGM sensors are placed by qualified study staff, andeducation and training on CGM use and care are given. Sensors remain inplace for up to 2 weeks. If during that 2-week period a sensor comesoff, it can be replaced by the participant, a knowledgeable familymember/guardian, or a qualified medical professional.

To reduce any confounding factors of glucose measurements during studydrug infusions, CGM sensors are placed on participants after the studydrug administration has completed for Course 1 and Course 2 and otherclinical and laboratory assessments have been made on the days specifiedin the Schedule of Events tables. At the Weeks 12, 39, 52, and 65visits, the sensor is placed on participants after all clinical andlaboratory assessments and the MMTT have completed.

Study CGM readings are not intended for medical management ofparticipant's diabetes but can be under the supervision of aparticipant's health care team. Of note, routine use of the personal CGMunder guidance of a participant's regular healthcare provider ispermitted.

Spot-check and CGM blood glucose assessments are anticipated to includebut are not be limited to mean BG, glycemic variability (BG standarddeviation [SD]), maximum and minimum BG values over time and incidenceand/or percent time with BG >70 but ≤180 mg/dL (>3.9 but ≤10.0 mmol/L,Level 1 (>180 but ≤250 mg/dL (>10 but ≤13.9 mmol/L)) and Level 2HYPERglycemia (>250 mg/dL (>13.9 mmol/L)) and Level 1 (≤70 but ≥54 mg/dL(≤3.9 but ≥3.0 mmol/L)) and Level 2 (<54 mg/dL (<3.0 mmol/L))HYPOglycemia (Seaquist 2013, International Hypoglycaemia Study Group[IHSG] 2017, Agiostratidou 2017).

Example 3. Meta-Analysis of C-Peptide in Five Stage 3 T1D StudiesSummary

Confirmatory evidence in the form of a meta-analysis was conducted usingpooled C-peptide data from 5 supportive studies, all of which wererandomized clinical studies: Protégé, Encore, Study 1, AbATE, and Delay.These 5 studies compared teplizumab to either placebo or standard ofcare in newly diagnosed patients with Stage 3 clinical T1D and hadsimilar designs that allowed for cross-study comparisons (Table 5).

The meta-analysis evaluated the change from baseline in C-peptide AUC ina 4-hour mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT). Analysis of covariance(ANCOVA) was used to predict mean C-peptide values (least square means)as well as respective treatment differences. The meta-analysis had 2components: one analysis was performed on all 5 studies through 1 yearof follow-up, and a second analysis was performed on the 3 studies thathad 2 years of follow-up.

In the meta-analysis of the 1-year (FIG. 26 ) and 2-year C-peptide data(FIG. 27 ), patients treated with teplizumab showed significantly higherC-peptide levels compared to control (p<0.001 for both). This effect wasconsistent for observed and imputed data at both 1 year and 2 years, aswell as in sensitivity analyses that assigned control data to missingdata in the teplizumab group.

In order to assess whether C-peptide differed between those who werefree of T1D and those who developed T1D, separate plots of meanC-peptide over time were developed. As can be seen in FIG. 28 , thosetreated with teplizumab who remain free of T1D or ultimately develop T1Dduring the study had higher mean C-peptide values compared with theirrespective controls.

Study Design

Confirmatory evidence in the form of a meta-analysis was conducted usingpooled C-peptide data from 5 supportive randomized clinical studies:Protégé, Encore, Study 1, AbATE, and Delay. C-peptide AUC levels wereobtained from a 4-hour MMTT.

Table 5 shows study design features across these 5 studies in Stage 3T1D patients. These studies were chosen because they represented all therandomized studies conducted with teplizumab in Stage 3 T1D and usedeither placebo or standard of care as controls. A similar 14-dayescalating dose regimen was used across the studies. In Study 1, a14-day dosing regimen based on weight was subsequently modified to a12-day dosing regimen based on BSA. However, due to apparently more AEsoccurring during the early dosing period in the 12-day regimen with a2-day ramp-up period, a 14-day regimen with a 4-day ramp-up period wasadopted in subsequent clinical studies. Patients received two 14-daytreatment courses in Protégé, Encore, and AbATE, and a single course oftreatment at baseline in Delay and Study 1. The Protégé and Encorestudies enrolled newly diagnosed patients with Stage 3 T1D in 4treatment arms: placebo and 3 teplizumab dosing regimens (full-dose 14days [9.0 mg/m2 cumulative dose], one-third dose 14 days [˜3.0 mg/m2cumulative dose] and truncated 6-days [˜2.5 mg/m2 cumulative dose]). Inthe meta-analysis, C-peptide data from the full-dose 14-day regimen wasused. Study 1, AbATE, and Delay studies all used the full-dose 14-dayregimen (9.0 mg/m2 cumulative dose).

TABLE 5 Study Design Features Across Supportive Studies Protege EncoreStudy 1 AbATE Delay Follow-up Baseline, Baseline, Baseline, Baseline,Baseline, Day 140, Day 140, Months Months 6, 12, Months 6, 12 Months 12,Months 12, 6, 12, 18, 24 18, 24 18, 24 18, 24 C-peptide Secondary,Secondary, Primary, Primary, Primary, endpoint time not time not at 2 at2 at 1 status specified specified years years year Dosing 14 days 14days 12 or 14 14 days 14 days schedule days Regimen 2 courses: 2courses: 1 course: 2 courses: 1 course: Baseline, Baseline, BaselineBaseline, Baseline 6 months 6 months 12 months Design Randomized,Randomized, Randomized, Randomized, Randomized, double- double-blindopen-label open-label double-blind blind Control Placebo PlaceboStandard Standard Placebo group care care Number of Placebo: 98 Placebo:62 Control: 21 Control: 25 Placebo: 27 patients* Teplizumab: Teplizumab:Teplizumab: Teplizumab: Teplizumab: 453 192 21 52 31 *Patients in thefull 14-day teplizumab treatment regimen and placebo groups wereincluded in the meta-analyses.

The patients enrolled in these studies (Table 6) were representative ofthe newly diagnosed T1D patient population, excluding those withsignificant medical history, clinical abnormalities, or activeinfection. Key inclusion criteria were similar across the studies.C-peptide level at study entry was ≥0.2 nmol/L in AbATE, Delay, andStudy 1 and detectable levels for Protégé and Encore.

TABLE 6 Key Inclusion Criteria Across the Supportive Studies ProtegeEncore Study 1 AbATE Delay Age at entry 8-35 years 8-35 years 7.5-30years 8-30 years 8-30 years Time of T1D ≤12 weeks ≤12 weeks ≤6 weeks ≤8weeks 4-12 months diagnosis to treatment Autoantibodies¹ anti-ICA512,anti-ICA512, anti-GAD65, ICA, anti- ICA, anti- IA-2, anti- IA-2, anti-anti-ICA512, GAD65, GAD65, GAD65, IAA GAD65, IAA IAA anti-ICA512anti-ICA512 C-peptide level detectable detectable ≥0.2 nmol/L ≥0.2nmol/L ≥0.2 nmol/L Weight ≥36 kg ≥36 kg N/A ≥25 kg ≥27.5 kg ¹At least 2of these antibodies were present at study entry. Abbreviations:Anti-GAD65 = anti-glutamic acid decarboxylase 65 antibody, IA-2 = isletantigen, IAA = insulin autoantibodies, Anti-ZnT8 = zinc transporter 8antibody, CI = confidence interval, HLA = human leukocyte antigen,anti-ICA512 = anti-islet cell antibody, N/A = not available, T1D = type1 diabetes

The primary endpoint of the meta-analyses was the change from baselinein C-peptide AUC in a 4-hour MMTT. Each study used the same samplecollection time points during the MMTTs to calculate C-peptide AUC.

Meta Analysis of Change from Baseline in C-Peptide AUC in a 4-Hour MMTT

Patients in the teplizumab group had greater preservation of C-peptide(ie, smaller decreases from baseline) at 1 year and 2 years offollow-up. This effect was consistent for observed data and imputed data(p<0.0001 for both analyses). Furthermore, the conservative sensitivityanalysis applying control-based imputation (assigning control data tomissing teplizumab data) was also significant (p<0.0001).

The results for the 1-year and 2-year meta-analyses are shown in forestplots in FIG. 26 and FIG. 27 , respectively. Both forest plots show thatthe observed (existing) and imputed analyses yielded consistent effectsof teplizumab in preserving C-peptide AUC levels. In the 1-year forestplot, teplizumab treatment was consistently more effective than placeboin all studies, except Encore. The result in the Encore study wasexpected, as the study was modified before its completion due thecompanion Phase 3 study, Protégé, not meeting its 1-year primaryendpoint, resulting in a large amount of missing data requiring thelargest amount of imputation. Approximately 75% (93/125) of the MMTTswere missing. The primary endpoint of the Protégé study was a novelunvalidated composite endpoint focused on metabolic parameters (HbA1cand insulin use).

In the forest plot of 2-year data (FIG. 27 ), teplizumab treatmentsignificantly preserved C-peptide AUC levels compared with placebo inall 3 studies with 2-year data.

Example 4. Insulin Use in Five Stage 3 T1D Studies

In the same 5 studies included in the C-peptide meta-analysis in Example3, exogenous insulin use was evaluated individually in each study. Themean insulin use over each timepoint in each study was numerically lowerin teplizumab-treated patients compared to placebo (FIGS. 29 a-29 e ).In 2 of the studies (AbATE, Study 1) the difference was statisticallysignificant.

Specifically, in all 5 studies, the mean insulin use over each timepointwas lower in teplizumab patients compared to placebo patients (FIGS. 29a-29 e ). Three studies (AbATE, Delay, and Study 1) showed thatteplizumab treatment consistently led to statistically significantlylower levels of insulin requirement compared with placebo (Herold et al2013a; Herold et al 2005; Herold et al 2013b). The insulin use in theteplizumab group was also lower compared to the placebo group but didnot achieve statistical significance in the Protégé and Encore studies.Thus, teplizumab treatment preserves C-peptide levels as reflected bygreater endogenous insulin production and less exogenous insulinrequirement.

Overall, these data support that teplizumab preserves beta cellfunction, as measured by C-peptide levels, and correspondingly,endogenous insulin production, resulting in a lower need for exogenousinsulin.

Example 5: Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics

Mechanism of Action: Teplizumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody thattargets the cluster of differentiation 3 (CD3) antigen, which isco-expressed with the T-cell receptor (TCR) on the surface of Tlymphocytes. Though the mechanism of action of teplizumab for theproposed indication has not been confirmed, it appears to involve weakagonistic activity on signaling via the TCR-CD3 complex, which isthought to expand regulatory T-cells and re-establish immune tolerance.

Pharmacokinetics: FIG. 30 shows plots of predicted mean teplizumabconcentrations over time using a 14-day intravenous (IV) dosing regimenwith a 4-day ramp-up followed by repeated doses of 826 μg/m2 on Days 5to 14. The left panel represents a typical 60 kg male subject and theright panel represents a typical 40 kg and 90 kg male subject. Bodysurface area (BSA)-based dosing normalizes the exposure across bodysize.

The repeated IV infusions resulted in increasing serum teplizumablevels, although steady-state PK was not achieved at the end of dosing(Day 14 with this dosing regimen). The average accumulation ratio forarea under the curve (AUC) between Day 5 and Day 14 was 3.4. Thepredicted mean (±SD) total AUC for the 14-day dosing regimen was6421±1940 ng·day/mL with Cmax and Cmin of 826±391 and 418±225 ng/mL,respectively, on Day 14.

Distribution: The central and peripheral volume of distribution frompopulation PK analysis was 3.4 L and 6.9 L, respectively.

Elimination: Teplizumab clearance is not dose-proportional, likelydriven by its saturable binding to CD3 receptors on the T-cell surface.Teplizumab is expected to be degraded into smaller peptide fragments bycatabolic pathways. The clearance of teplizumab following the 14-daydosing regimen was estimated from population PK analysis to be 2.3L/day, with a terminal half-life of approximately 4 days.

The planned commercial drug product is manufactured in a differentfacility from the clinical trial product and was not used in theclinical studies submitted to support efficacy and safety. A single-dosePK bridging study was conducted in healthy volunteers that evaluated thebiocomparability of the commercial drug product with the clinical trialdrug product. The mean AUC0-inf for the commercial product was less thanhalf (48.5%, 90% CI: 43.6 to 54.1) of the AUC0-inf for the product usedin the primary efficacy study. The reason for this difference seems tobe faster clearance of the drug from circulation rather than differencesin the strength of the product, as similar concentrations were observedimmediately following IV infusion (Cmax of the commercial product was94.5% (90% CI: 84.5 to 106) of that observed in the clinical trial drugproduct).

Example 6. Adverse Events

Adverse events associated with teplizumab administration are also beingstudied. Notably, while teplizumab does not have an overall infectionsafety signal to date, patients receiving the 12-day dosing regimen (1or 2 courses) instead of 14-day regimen appear to report fewer numericadverse events of infection, based on the data from completed studies(Table 7).

TABLE 6 TEAEs by number of doses, SOC and preferred term (Safetypopulation) All doses 12 doses Teplizumab received received FullRegiman - Event count (N =

) (N =

) (N =

) System organ class Preferred term n (%) n (%) n (%) Skin andsubcutaneous tissue disorders Vitliligo 0 0 1 (0.0) Infections andinfestations -Total

(8.3) 2 (

)

(7.9) Upper respiratory tract infection 149 (2.3) 0

(2.2) Nasopharyngitis 44 (0.7) 0 66 (0.

) Pharyngitis

(0.7) 0 39 (0.

) Sinusitis 22 (0.8) 0 2

(0.

) Rhinitis 17 (0.3) 0 2

(0.2) Gastrocentereritis viral 1

(0.2) 0 1

(0.2) Pharyngitis streptococcal 1

(0.2) 1

(0.2) Epstein-Barr viraemia 1

(0.2) 0 1

(0.2) Influenza 1

(0.2) 14 (0.2) Conjunctivitis 11 (0.2) 0 1

(0.2) Ear infection

(0.1) 0 1

(0.2) Epstein-Barr virus infection 11 (0.2) 1 (

) 1

(0.2) Viral upper respiratory tract infection 11 (0.2) 0 12 (0.1)Gastroenteritis 7 (0.1) 0 10 (0.1) Note: The denominator in percentcalculation is the number of subjects in each treatment group andsubgroup level for subject count and the number of events in eachtreatment group and subgroup level for event count. Note: Delay subjectsinitially randomized to the Placebo arm, who were later also eligiblefor the open-label cycle 2 administration of Teplinumab, are includedonly for the Teplitumab period. Note: Subjects were considered under‘All doses received’ if they had 14 doses administered during cycle 1,or they had 14 doses administered during both cycle 1 and 2 if theyparticipated in two cycles. If subjects had 12 doses administered duringcycle 1 or the sum of doses during cycle 1 and 2 was 12, they wereconsidered under ‘

 doses received’. Note: System organ classes (SOCs) and preferred termsare based on MedDRA version 23.0. Note: TEAE = Treatment-EmergentAdverse Event.

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Modifications and variations of the described methods and compositionsof the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the artwithout departing from the scope and spirit of the disclosure. Althoughthe disclosure has been described in connection with specificembodiments, it should be understood that the disclosure as claimedshould not be unduly limited to such specific embodiments. Indeed,various modifications of the described modes for carrying out thedisclosure are intended and understood by those skilled in the relevantfield in which this disclosure resides to be within the scope of thedisclosure as represented by the following claims.

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1. A method of treating type 1 diabetes (T1D), comprising administeringto a subject in need thereof a 12-day course of teplizumab at a totaldose of from about 9000 μg/m² to about 9500 μg/m².
 2. A method oftreating type 1 diabetes (T1D), comprising administering to a subject inneed thereof a 12-day course of teplizumab at a total dose of from about9000 and about 14000 μg/m².
 3. The method of claim 2, wherein the 12-daycourse comprises a first dose of 106 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a seconddose of 425 pg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on eachof days 3-12, and wherein the total dose is approximately 9031 μg/m². 4.The method of claim 2, wherein the 12-day course comprises a first doseof 211 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 423 μg/m² teplizumabon day 2, and one dose of 840 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, and whereinthe total dose is approximately 9034 μg/m².
 5. The method of claim 2,comprising administering a first and a second 12-day courses ofteplizumab.
 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the first and the second12-day courses are administered at about 6 months interval.
 7. Themethod of claim 5, further comprising administering to the subject inneed thereof a third or more 12-day course of teplizumab, each course ata total dose of more than about 9000 μg/m².
 8. The method of claim 7,wherein the third or more 12-day course of teplizumab comprises a firstdose of 106 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, a second dose of 425 μg/m²teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 850 μg/m² on each of days 3-12, andwherein the total dose of each course is approximately 9031 μg/m². 9.The method of claim 7, wherein the third or more 12-day course ofteplizumab comprises a first dose of 211 μg/m² teplizumab on day 1, asecond dose of 423 μg/m² teplizumab on day 2, and one dose of 840 μg/m²on each of days 3-12, and wherein the total dose of each course isapproximately 9034 μg/m².
 10. The method of claim 7, wherein the thirdor more 12-day course of teplizumab is administered at about a 12 monthto about a 24 month interval.
 11. The method of claim 2, comprisingdetermining, after administration of each 12-day course, a baseline of alevel of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ cells with respect to all CD3+ T cells,monitoring the level of the TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells andadministering an additional 12-day course of teplizumab when the levelof the TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells returns to the baseline level. 12.The method of claim 11, wherein the determining of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+T-cells is by flow cytometry and/or the monitoring ofTIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+ T-cells is by flow cytometry.
 13. (canceled) 14.The method of claim 11, wherein the determining of TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+CD3+T-cells is about 1-6 months, about 2-5 months, or about 3 months afterthe administration of each 12-day course.
 15. The method of claim 11,wherein if the subject has more than about 10% TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ T-cellsin all CD3+ T cells, subsequent monitoring is annual.
 16. The method ofclaim 11, wherein if the subject has less than about 10%TIGIT+KLRG1+CD8+ T-cells in all CD8+ T cells, subsequent monitoring isevery about 3-6 months.
 17. The method of claim 2, wherein the subjectin need thereof has been diagnosed with T1 D within 6 weeks prior to theadministrating step.
 18. The method of claim 2, wherein theadministrating step results in reduction by at least 10% of insulin use,HbA1c levels, hypoglycemic episodes, or combinations thereof as comparedto pre-treatment levels.
 19. The method of claim 2, wherein each dose isadministered parenterally.
 20. The method of claim 2, wherein each doseis administered by intravenous infusion.
 21. The method of claim 2,wherein the subject in need thereof is about 8 to 17 years old.
 22. Themethod of claim 2, wherein the subject in need thereof have a peakC-peptide level of pmol/mL during a mixed meal tolerance test (MMTT).23. The method of claim 2, wherein the subject receiving teplizumab hasa higher mean C-peptide value compared with a control receiving placebo.24. The method of claim 2, comprising assessing the area under thetime-concentration curve (AUC) of C-peptide following a mixed mealtolerance test (MMTT), at 78 weeks.
 25. The method of claim 2, whereinthe subject in need thereof has at least 20% of beta-cell function priorthe administration of the first dose.
 26. (canceled)
 27. (canceled) 28.(canceled)